Orangutan Diary
Episode 3 (1x3)
: 04, 2007
The third instalment of the dramatic wildlife soap featuring rescued and orphaned orangutans. With Michaela Strachan and Steve Leonard.
There's tragedy at the rescue centre when a newly arrived baby fights for its life. Michaela hopes for the best and is encouraged when her favourite orphan Lomon finally starts to make some progress.
Meanwhile, Steve helps out at 'Forest School'; the place where young orangutans like Grendon and Ellie learn the skills that will equip them for a life in the wild. As the school day ends there's a dramatic interruption - a female orangutan is giving birth back at the rescue centre. Qualified vet Steve rushes to help.