Orangutans are native to Southeast Asia, specifically the islands of Borneo and Sumatra. They live in Indonesia and Malaysia, and are found in forest habitats there.

Quick Scoop

  • Where they’re from: Borneo and Sumatra in Southeast Asia
  • Countries: Indonesia and Malaysia
  • Meaning of the name: “Orangutan” comes from Malay and means “person/man of the forest”

If you want, I can also give you a super short kid-friendly version or a map- style explanation.