Ep 3. Kesi Turns a Corner

In this episode of Orangutan Jungle School season 2, we follow the journey of Kesi, a young female orangutan who is struggling to adapt to life in the sanctuary. Kesi has had a difficult past, having been orphaned at a young age due to poaching. Though she has been at the sanctuary for some time, she has always been timid and nervous around the other orangutans.

The episode begins with Kesi sitting alone in her enclosure, looking sad and withdrawn. Her caregivers at the sanctuary try to engage her in play, but she remains unresponsive. They decide to give her some space and observe her behavior from a distance.

As the day progresses, Kesi starts to show some signs of curiosity. She begins to explore her enclosure, climbing trees and swinging on vines. Her caregivers are thrilled to see her showing more initiative and hope that this is a sign of progress.

The turning point for Kesi comes when she encounters a group of orangutans who are playing together. At first, she hangs back, watching from a distance. But as the play becomes more raucous, Kesi starts to approach cautiously.

To everyone's surprise, Kesi starts to play along with the other orangutans. She chases them around the enclosure, tickles them, and even starts to groom one of the older males. It is a heartwarming moment, and her caregivers watch on with tears in their eyes.

Over the next few days, Kesi becomes more and more confident. She starts to spend more time with the other orangutans, exploring the sanctuary with them and learning new skills from them. Her caregivers see an incredible transformation in her behavior, and they can hardly believe it.

As Kesi continues to grow in confidence, her caregivers decide that it is time to introduce her to some of the more challenging aspects of life in the sanctuary. They start to teach her how to forage for food, how to build nests, and how to cope with different social situations.

At first, Kesi struggles with these tasks. She is still a bit hesitant and unsure of herself. But with time and practice, she starts to master them. Her caregivers couldn't be prouder of their little orangutan, and they know that she is well on her way to becoming an independent and confident adult.

In the final scene of the episode, we see Kesi swinging through the trees, laughing and playing with her orangutan friends. She looks happy and carefree, and it is a joy to watch. As the episode comes to a close, we are left with a sense of hope and optimism. Kesi has turned a corner, and there is no looking back.