Endangered Bornean Orangutan Born at Busch Gardens, Florida

The newborn, part of a critical conservation effort, was delivered by cesarean section and weighs 3.4 pounds.

A critically endangered Bornean orangutan was born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, delivered via cesarean section.
The newborn female orangutan, not yet named, represents a significant step in the conservation of her species.
Luna, the mother, is recovering from the surgery and will soon be reunited with her baby under close monitoring.
The birth is part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan, aiming to manage threatened populations.
Busch Gardens, one of North America's largest zoos, educates visitors about the importance of wildlife conservation.