Indonesia Landslides Devastated Endangered Orangutans, Study Finds

Indonesia's orangutan population has suffered a significant loss due to climate-fueled landslides. The devastating event is estimated to have claimed over 5 percent of the species, exacerbating their endangered status. Torrents of water, mud, and debris caused by the storm had a catastrophic impact on the orangutan habitat. The loss is a major setback for conservation efforts aimed at protecting the species.

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