Orangutan Jungle School

Season 2

TV-G

Heartwarming stories from the largest animal rescue center for orangutans in the world where the caring staff do their best to help the young apes adjust, come of age and eventually return to the jungle.

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10 Episodes

The Domino Effect
E1
The Domino EffectMoving day arrives for the nursery school kids; Beni gets a beating from a bully; the socialization cage has a new queen; dominant male Pujon is still on a time-out after attacking Alba, but he’s allowed a second chance to bond with his rival.
Dilla’s Surprise
E2
Dilla’s SurpriseAlbino orangutan Alba is released back into the wild, and one of the oldest orangutans in the centre is rushed into surgery with a life-threatening condition. Meanwhile, youngsters Beni and Lala finally return to class after an incident that left them with broken limbs, and Dilla unexpectedly gives birth during the night, but the delivery does not go to plan.
Kesi Turns a Corner
E3
Kesi Turns a CornerA timid orangutan stands up to a bully, sun bears prepare for release, and handlers use a secret trick to keep the orangutans in line: fruit kebabs.
The Return of the Snake
E4
The Return of the SnakeAt Nyaru Menteng, orangutans cover survival basics, including nest-building, foraging, and avoiding poisonous snakes.
Wine’s New Friend
E5
Wine’s New FriendWine makes friends with a young macaque; A mother and son from a Thai circus live a new life on a pre-release island.
Bald is Beautiful
E6
Bald is BeautifulFor weeks, Erik's been battling a head infection. Today he's feeling better and joins the group. At forest school, the students enjoy a poolside classroom where Valentino proves he's more than just a class clown.
The Road to Recovery
E7
The Road to RecoveryAlejandra's view of the world has changed forever, following months of recovery. Can she overcome her new disability and learn to climb again?
Outbreak!
E8
Outbreak!Super-smart Tulia and Zalipa go missing from Palas Island, and the race is on to find them before they get into trouble. Meanwhile, everyone is on high alert when a flu virus threatens to sweep through Orangutan Jungle School.
Dilla and Delilah
E9
Dilla and DelilahAt Jungle School the fate of several graduates hangs in the balance as the staff plans the next round of releases. After nine months, Dilla's moment to give birth arrives but things don't go according to plan and the new family's future is uncertain.
Born to Be Wild
E10
Born to Be WildEveryone's on edge as the team makes the final attempt to reunite reluctant mother Dilla with her new baby, Delilah. Clara and Clarita are on their final journey to freedom when a dangerous flood stops them in their tracks and threatens everyone.