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Question: Can we touch the orangutans?

Answer: 'Hands on' contact with the orangutans is not permitted, and is in the best interest of the orangutans.
Orangutans are very susceptible and vulnerable to human diseases, and therefore exposure is strictly regulated to reduce as far as possible any potential infection. In addition, human contact is kept to a minimum, not only for the safety of the orangutans but to avoid unnecessary risks to visitors (orangutans are very strong and as wild animals can be unpredictable).
To ensure their best possible chance of survival once they are eventually released back into the wild, dependence or familiarity with people is strongly discouraged.

(Source: The Orangutan Appeal UK, 24 Jul 2021)

Source Link: https://www.orangutan-appeal.org.uk/about-us/sepilok-orangutan-rehabilitation-centre