Orangutan Population Plummets Amid Cyclone Damage

Carcass found in Pulo Pakkat village, Dec 3, semi-buried in mud after Cyclone Senyar.
Spatial analysis estimates 4,800-7,200 hectares destroyed in Batang Toru block, which had 581 Tapanuli orangutans.
Panut Hadisiswoyo: Loss of one orangutan is devastating for species survival.
1,000 people killed; projects suspended, Ketambe research center needs rebuilding.
Scientists warn fewer than 800 Tapanuli orangutans remain with 83% population decline and 1% adult mortality risk.

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Indonesia

Panut Hadisiswoyo

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