Orangutan Orphanage is the second in the 4-book Wildlife Rescue
series. Each book introduces a species of animal in danger somewhere in
the world and profiles a rescue center that helps them. Stunning photos
by award-winning wildlife photographer Suzi Eszterhas give readers a
rare view of these adorable animals and the high level of care they
receive.
Orangutan Orphanage invites readers inside the Orangutan Care Center
and Quarantine, operated by Orangutan Foundation International, in the
South Pacific jungles of Borneo. It explores why baby orangutans become
orphaned and the process of healing and rehabilitating them for return
to the wild. It also highlights the people who work at the rescue center
and how they aid the animals.
Other special features include a map showing the orangutan's native
habitat range and an index, glossary, sources, and author Q&A based on
common questions from kids. An author's note at the end introduces
readers to small-scale ways in which even they can help save orangutans.
A portion of the royalties from this book will be donated to the
Orangutan Care Center and Quarantine in Borneo.