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Episode 3

Episode 3 of 5

Michaela Strachan and Steve Leonard present a series featuring orphaned and rescued orangutans in Borneo. There is tragedy when a newly arrived baby fights for its life.

There is tragedy at the rescue centre when a newly arrived baby fights for its life. Michaela hopes for the best and is encouraged when her favourite orphan Lomon finally starts to make some progress.

Steve helps out at the place where young orangutans like Grendon and Ellie learn the skills that will equip them for a life in the wild. As the school day ends there's a dramatic interruption - a female orangutan is giving birth back at the rescue centre. Qualified vet Steve rushes to help.

29 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Michaela Strachan
Presenter Steve Leonard
Executive Producer Sara Ford
Series Producer Nigel Pope

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Natural World: Orangutans - The Great Ape Escape

Clips and galleries following pioneering Leonora, on an mission back into the wild.