Three Orangutans Victims of Forest and Land Fire Evacuated in North Kayong, One Suffers Burns

A medical examination at the location found burns on Mama Penja's hands and feet. Doctors from the IAR Indonesia Foundation provided treatment and antibiotics and took medical samples before evacuating the mother and child to a rehabilitation center.

Beetles Coming Out of Burning Forest

After completing operations in Penjalaan Village, the team moved to Padu Banjar Village. The day before, the local Village Forest Management Institute reported the presence of an adult male orangutan that had entered the garden and approached the settlement.

It is thought that the animal came out because the surrounding forest area was on fire. On September 12 2026 at 12.59 WIB, the team succeeded in evacuating the 15 year old male orangutan.

A microchip scan showed the orangutan was Kumbang, an individual rescued in February 2022.

The beetles were found in relatively healthy condition and still had wild characteristics. However, the team of doctors found a lump from an old wound which was thought to be an air rifle bullet. The beetle also experienced a cough which was thought to be related to exposure to forest and land fire smoke.

Release Postponed until Habitat is Safe

Mama Penja, Penja, and Kumbang are currently at the IAR Indonesia Foundation Rehabilitation Center to undergo further observation and medical treatment.

The release of the three into their natural habitat cannot yet be carried out. The team is still waiting for weather conditions to improve and ensure that the forest area is free from the threat of fire Hotspots.