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Endangered Orangutan Born at Madrid Zoo — Name Vote Open

4/15/2026

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A male infant orangutan was born at Madrid Zoo Aquarium on April 2, 2026.
The newborn weighs about 1.5 kilos and is developing normally, according to keepers.
Mother Surya has previously given birth to three other offspring and shows exemplary care.
The zoo will name the baby via a public vote.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists Bornean orangutans as critically endangered.

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A male infant orangutan was born at Madrid Zoo Aquarium on April 2, 2026.
The newborn weighs about 1.5 kilos and is developing normally, according to keepers.
Mother Surya has previously given birth to three other offspring and shows exemplary care.
The zoo will name the baby via a public vote.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists Bornean orangutans as critically endangered.