The Orangutan Species Survival Plan®

 

Formed in 1988, the Orangutan SSP is a group of dedicated professionals with five primary goals:

  • Ensuring the genetic and demographic health of the captive population

  • Advancing the care of captive orangutans

  • Engaging in research to help learn more about orangutans and their care

  • Educating the public about critical orangutan issues

  • Partnering with other organizations that seek to improve the lives of wild and captive orangutans

Welfare of individuals, social groups and populations

 

Together with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the Orangutan SSP serves the accredited zoos that house orangutans in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

AZA logoWorking closely with respected professionals in the field, the SSP provides help and guidance to zoos housing orangutans. Together, zoos and the SSP seek to provide the best possible environment for these amazing animals.

Read AZA's new policy statement on the use of apes in commercial entertainment.

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All over the world, orangutans are facing great challenges. The Orangutan SSP is committed to advancing the care of orangutans and making a stand on some of the critical issues facing orangutans today. This month's spotlight.
Orangutans live in 55 accredited zoos all across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Find out where they are and more about their exhibits here.
This website serves as a central forum for important information for members of the SSP. Click here to enter the Member's section and find out the latest happenings for and about the Orangutan Species Survival Plan.