Describes the orangutan of Borneo in its natural habitat, including information on the threats that now face this incredible primate.

The local people know him as the "Man of the Forest," who refused to speak for fear of being put to work. And indeed the bear-like Sumatran orangutan, with his

Describes the life and research of Birute Galdikas, prominent expert on the behavior of orangutans in the wild.

Each title in this beautifully photographed series looks at the life cycle, habitat, threats and what humans can do to help each animal survive. Ages 8+.

Presents information about orangutans and how they demonstrate intelligence by using tools, finding food, using plants for medicine, and imitating humans.