Orangutan
Look in: Sumatra and Borneo rainforests
Watch for: Orangutans are very intelligent and can use tools.
3 featured species · 2 habitat zones
Animals of Indonesia
Indonesia is full of amazing animals living in different places like jungles, oceans, and mountains. Some animals, like the Komodo dragon and the Sumatran orangutan, are so special because they can only be found in Indonesia. The country’s rich forests and waters are perfect homes for creatures big and small, showing just how wonderful nature is in this part of the world.
Featured Species
Habitat Zones
Rainforest
Indonesia's rainforests are lush and green, with tall trees and lots of rain. They are full of different plants and animals and are like a giant outdoor classroom.
Sumatran Tiger, Orangutan, Hornbill, Asian Elephant
Coastal Waters
The coastal waters around Indonesia are warm and filled with colorful coral reefs. This zone is bustling with sea life and is great for exploring underwater.
Clownfish, Dugong, Sea Turtle, Manta Ray
Size Comparison
10-year-old
Orangutan
Their arms can stretch to 7 feet, much longer than a 10-year-old is tall.
Komodo Dragon
Up to 10 feet long, which is about twice the length of a 10-year-old.
Sumatran Tiger
About 8 feet long, which is a head taller than a 10-year-old is tall.
Where to Spot Them
Komodo Dragon
Look in: Komodo Island and surrounding islands
Watch for: Komodo dragons use their forked tongues to smell the air.
Sumatran Tiger
Look in: Forests of Sumatra
Watch for: Sumatran tigers are excellent swimmers.
Cultural Connection
Indonesia is rich in biodiversity, with many species unique to the islands. This diversity is also reflected in the culture, with each region celebrating its unique wildlife.
Vocabulary
Did you know that the Komodo dragon shares its habitat with animals found nowhere else on earth, just like Australia's kangaroo?
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