SumatraThe Sumatran Orangutan (Pongo abelii) is one of the world’s most critically endangered omnivore mammals. Found in Sumatra, it inhabits rainforests habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Sumatran Orangutan | Omnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 39.5 kg | 12 kg | ↑ 229% |
| Height | 83 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 35 km/h | 35 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 35 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Sumatran Orangutan inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Sumatra.
Typical coloring: Reddish-Brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Sumatran Orangutan is a solitary species belonging to the Hominidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
CR The Sumatran Orangutan is classified as Critically Endangered. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 34 omnivore mammals, the Sumatran Orangutan’s weight of 23–56 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 12 kg.
Weight rank: #14 of 19 Critically Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gharial | Up to 1500 kg | CR |
| 2 | Black Rhinoceros | 800–1400 kg | CR |
| 3 | Sumatran Rhino | 750–950 kg | CR |
| 4 | Sumatran Rhinoceros | 500–950 kg | CR |
| 5 | White Tiger | 100–300 kg | CR |
Related Species
How much does a Sumatran Orangutan weigh?
A Sumatran Orangutan typically weighs 23–56 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 12 kg among omnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Sumatran Orangutan?
The Sumatran Orangutan is classified as “Critically Endangered”. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Sumatran Orangutan live?
The Sumatran Orangutan is found in Sumatra, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Sumatran Orangutan reproduce?
The Sumatran Orangutan has a gestation period of 90–100 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026