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The Secret Life of Primates

Season 1 Episode 3: Orangutans

As Asia's orangutan habitats rapidly dwindle due to widespread deforestation and plantation growth, their uncertain fate sparks a race against time for conservationists. To prevent extinction, they must prioritize releasing captive-bred orangutans back into the remaining wild populations.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Chimps

Aired: Jun 21, 2009

A primatologist embarks on a thrilling adventure in Uganda, immersing herself...

Episode 2 Baboons

Aired: Jun 28, 2009

Exploring the untamed wilderness of Tanzania, Charlotte Uhlenbroek embarks on...

Episode 3 Orangutans

Aired: Jul 5, 2009

As Asia's orangutan habitats rapidly dwindle due to widespread deforestation ...

Episode 4 Gorillas

Aired: Jul 12, 2009

In the next episode, a group of researchers embark on a challenging expeditio...

Creators

Mike Slee

Mike SleeDirector

Info about The Secret Life of Primates

Current Status: Ended

Network: Channel 5

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary