New Arrival at Indianapolis Zoo: Baby Orangutan Born

From the Indianapolis Zoo's orangutan center, keepers announced on Thursday afternoon, "It's a boy." Orangutan mom Sirih gave birth to a healthy baby, marking the 12th orangutan at the center since its 10th anniversary in October.The zoo reported that both mom and baby are doing well. In a social media post, they said, "Our (elated) animal care team says that both mom and baby are doing great. Sirih and baby will likely be out on public view shortly, so stay tuned for updates... and more pictures!"The Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center is an indoor and outdoor facility designed to stimulate the apes' physical, social, and intellectual abilities. The center features equipment allowing the animals to swing over the area. As one of the largest groups of orangutans in any U.S. zoo, the facility provides a unique environment for these fascinating creatures.