Tapanuli Orangutan

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Mammalia (memeliler)

Order

Primates (Primat)

Family

Hominidae (Great Apes)

Genus

Pongo (Orangutans)

Species

Pongo tapanuliensis (Tapanuli Orangutan)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Orangután de Tapanuli

French Orang-outan de Tapanuli

German Tapanuli-Orang-Utan

Similar Species in Pongo

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Bornean orangutan

Pongo pygmaeus

Critically Endangered

Sumatran orangutan

Pongo abelii

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tapanuli Orangutan?

The scientific name of Tapanuli Orangutan is Pongo tapanuliensis. It belongs to the genus Pongo.

What is the conservation status of Tapanuli Orangutan?

Tapanuli Orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Tapanuli Orangutan belong to?

Tapanuli Orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) belongs to the genus Pongo, which is part of the taxonomic family Hominidae.

Is Tapanuli Orangutan endangered?

Yes, Tapanuli Orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) 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 Tapanuli Orangutan belong to?

Tapanuli Orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Tapanuli Orangutan?

The closest relatives of Tapanuli Orangutan in the genus Pongo include Bornean orangutan, Sumatran orangutan.