Sumatra-Orang-Utan

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Primates (Primaten)

Family

Hominidae (Great Apes)

Genus

Pongo (Orangutans)

Species

Pongo abelii (Sumatra-Orang-Utan)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Orangután de Sumatra

French Orang-outan de Sumatra

German Sumatra-Orang-Utan

Similar Species in Pongo

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Orang-Utan

Pongo pygmaeus

Critically Endangered

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Tapanuli-Orang-Utan

Pongo tapanuliensis

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sumatra-Orang-Utan?

The scientific name of Sumatra-Orang-Utan is Pongo abelii. It belongs to the genus Pongo.

What is the conservation status of Sumatra-Orang-Utan?

Sumatra-Orang-Utan (Pongo abelii) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Sumatra-Orang-Utan belong to?

Sumatra-Orang-Utan (Pongo abelii) belongs to the genus Pongo, which is part of the taxonomic family Hominidae.

Is Sumatra-Orang-Utan endangered?

Yes, Sumatra-Orang-Utan (Pongo abelii) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Sumatra-Orang-Utan belong to?

Sumatra-Orang-Utan (Pongo abelii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Sumatra-Orang-Utan?

The closest relatives of Sumatra-Orang-Utan in the genus Pongo include Orang-Utan, Tapanuli-Orang-Utan.