“Nature Sends Help”: Orangutan offers its help to a man in need

Some wild animals are much more caring than people think

Even in the wild, an orangutan extends a helping hand to a person in need. Prabhakar, a dedicated photojournalist, firmly believes in the power of photography to evoke diverse emotions. He holds the belief that each image carries its own meaning, aiming to convey moods that he personally comprehends.

Driven by his passion for capturing powerful stories, Prabhakar began collaborating with the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation after learning about the plight of these incredible creatures. While wandering through the forest, he came across a man venturing into a small river. Concerned about the man’s proximity to the orangutans’ habitat, Prabhakar inquired with the guards, who revealed that they had spotted a snake nearby.

Realizing the potential danger posed by toxic snakes to orangutans, the man began cleaning the trees along the riverbank. However, his progress was hindered by the sticky mud, making it difficult for him to lift his legs and slowing down his movements. Observing this, a female orangutan caught Prabhakar’s attention.

According to Prabhakar, the orangutan sat down and attentively observed the man’s actions as he approached the riverbank. Displaying remarkable empathy, the orangutan attempted to assist the man by offering to lift him out of the mud for a span of three minutes. However, the man disregarded the orangutan’s gesture and continued on his way.

Upon returning to the shore, Prabhakar approached the man and inquired about the orangutan’s act of assistance. The man explained that he served as a “lifeguard” and was strictly prohibited from interacting with wild animals.