Zac Mills
Today was something truly rare. Orangutans are solitary by nature, but this morning, in the quiet canopy, we witnessed two wild mothers allowing their babies to play together. It was completely unexpected. These moments are incredibly uncommon in the wild. Orangutan mothers are deeply devoted, raising their young for up to 8-10 years, the longest maternal bond of any land mammal. Every skill their baby needs to survive is passed down slowly and patiently: how to find food, build a nest, and navigate life in the trees. And yet today, we saw something more. A moment of connection between families. A rare glimpse into the social side of a species that usually moves through the forest alone, high above the ground. We lead small, meaningful photography expeditions into the rainforest throughout the year. Our 2026 trips filled quickly, so we’ve just added a few more. If moments like this move you we’d love to take you on an adventure you’ll never forget!🤩🦧 Check out our new tour dates @thewildlifecollective_ #Sumatra #orangutan #orangutans #Rainforest #Conservation #WildlifePhotography #NaturelsAwesome #WildlifeWonders #RawNature #AdventureTravel #WildAndFree #PlanetEarth #EarthCapture #NationalGeographic #NatureLovers #WildlifeSeekers #EpicNature #natgeo #natgeowild #yourshotphotographer #orangatan
12天前
Just wow, she’s right there! Orangutans are special 🦧
12天前
You’re a natural as always!
12天前
Great experience 😍😍😍😍
12天前
Love the video - amazing to see mother and baby in natural habitat, looking forward their favourite fruits 🌿
12天前
Incredible!! 😍🙌🦧
12天前
The sweetest! ❤️
12天前
How amazing 👏👏👏
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👏👏👏
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😍
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oh my goodness 😍😍
12天前
Wow! 🤩
11天前
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