Orangutan
Context
Great apes native to Indonesia and Malaysia, known for their intelligence, long arms, and reddish-brown hair
Explanation
Orangutans are highly intelligent primates found in the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. They are known for their distinctive appearance and are the largest arboreal mammals.
Applications
Orangutans are crucial for the health of the forest ecosystem as seed dispersers.
They share 97% of their DNA with humans, making them highly relatable and studied for cognitive abilities.
Orangutans are endangered, facing threats from habitat loss and poaching.