Endangered Animals_Orangutans

Indonesia is famous for its great biodiversity. It is estimated that as many as 300,000 animal species are inhabit its many ecosystems. This is approximately 17% of worldwide fauna species, and across only 1.3% of the world's landmass. With 515 species, Indonesia has more species of mammal than any other nation. There are 1539 bird species and 50% of the entire world's fish species can be found in its marine and freshwater systems.
However, Indonesia also has the most endangered species. The World Conservation Union (IUCN, 2003) lists as endangered 147 mammals, 114 birds, 91 fish and etc. Major conservation efforts are very important if these species are not to become extinct in the near future. Trade in wild animals is a serious threat to many species in Indonesia. Over 95% of animals sold in markets are taken directly from the wild and not from captive breeding stocks. More than 20% of animals sold at market die in transportation. Thus, many endangered and protected species are traded freely, with the rarer species commanding higher prices.

Orang Utan
Causes and Effect: Walk through one of Jakarta's bird markets is like a living gallery of endangered species. We can see the truly endangered species like orangutans, gibbons, and even siamangs. Usually, those animals are only for views and entertainments but now, it’s even for sale. The Orangutans that only left with the number of 4,000 on the of Sumatra today are for sale as pets

Frequently, Orangutans are kept only until they're 5 years old, while they become strong enough to be kept as pets or restore to their habitat. After people order for a species, it needs about 3 days for the hunter to capture the animal. The hunters usually shoot a mother with a baby. When the mother falls, they grab the baby and sell it.

Possible Action: Groups or organizations such as ProFauna tried to conserve Sumatran Orangutan, work on their habitat, stop the animal trading and preserve the future generation. Besides, Indonesia itself also works to conserve natural resources. Unfortunately, some corruption, illegal logging and the plantation of palm oil refuse on holding hands. The other fact that the government must put in their consideration is poverty. Animal trapping often reach its peak while poor families must find the money to pay school fees for their children. Thus, increasing their economic status and giving education about conservation will lower hunting and trading habit.
http://www.usatoday.com/life/2006-11-20-larson-jakarta_x.htm