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Beautiful Baby Orangutan Born via Rare C-Section
- A baby orangutan named Ruhana was born via C-section at Memphis Zoo in December 2025, which is a highly unusual procedure for orangutans.
- The zoo organized a specialized care team, including veterinary experts and an OB-GYN, to assist during the delivery.
- Ruhana was initially cared for by zoo staff and later reunited with her mother, Jahe, after both were monitored closely.
- Jahe and Ruhana will remain out of public view until they are strong enough to explore their exhibit.
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A baby orangutan has been born at the Memphis Zoo, marking a major milestone for the critically endangered species. The baby was born by cesarean section, which is unusual for the species, and the zoo's team of experts worked around the clock to ensure the safety of both mother and cub. The cutie has been named Ruhana, which means "essence of life" in an ancient language.
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