U.S.WILD NEWS

Baby Sumatran orangutan makes Fresno Chaffee Zoo debut

The newborn is a critically endangered Sumatran orangutan, and keepers at the Fresno zoo say it is settling in; visitors may spot it soon.

On air: Hank Ledger, Vera Bullock and Gloria Vance on BBN Tonight
Published 9:35 PM ET, Thursday, October 15, 2026

At a glance

First reported by KMPH Fox 26: “Fresno Chaffee Zoo welcomes baby Sumatran orangutan”.
Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 9:35 PM ET on BBN Tonight, by Hank Ledger, Vera Bullock and Gloria Vance.

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Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA baby Sumatran orangutan has arrived at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, and KMPH says the newest resident is already settling in with the keepers.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorZoo staff say the baby is doing well, and visitors in Fresno may get a look at the little one in the weeks ahead.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorSumatran orangutans are critically endangered, so a birth is a genuine event. I have covered summits with less to celebrate.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorEvery adult in this studio is now jealous of a person who cannot walk.
Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorHank, that's called being adored. In a few minutes, which everyday word is getting creators quietly buried online?
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorDr. Byte is next, and I assume she has found a gadget that insulted her again.