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Fast Facts
Size: Most orangutans are four to five feet long, some can reach a length of six feet. They have an arm spread of about five feet.
Weight: Adult males weigh between 100 and 200 pounds and adult females weigh between 65 and 100 pounds.
Lifespan: In the wild, orangutans live for about 35 to 40 years.
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Protection Status
Endangered Species Act:
Endangered
IUCN Red List:
Critically Endangered
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Appendix I
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