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Planet Zoo 2 Sumatran Orangutan
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Sumatran Orangutan in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Sumatran Orangutan requirements
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Biome | Tropical |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 780 m², Climbable 120 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 50 m², Climbable 40 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 15 m² |
| Temperature | 18 to 33 °C |
| Group size | 1–6 |
| Barrier | Grade 3, at least 3 m high, climb-proof |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | Yes, not in the first Planet Zoo (all DLC included) |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Critically endangered |
At 780 m² of land, the Sumatran Orangutan needs more land than 80% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Sumatran Orangutan space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (6 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 6 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 780 m² | 50 m² | 1030 m² |
| Climbable | 120 m² | 40 m² | 320 m² |
Shelter: 15 m² per animal.
Sumatran Orangutan barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 3 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | Yes, the barrier must stop climbing |
| Water barrier | Allowed: a water barrier at least 6 m wide and 2 m deep can replace a solid wall. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Sumatran Orangutan species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (nose-to-rump length) | male 0.97 m, female 0.78 m |
Setup checklist for a Sumatran Orangutan habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Sumatran Orangutan as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 780 m², Climbable 120 m², plus Land 50 m², Climbable 40 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 3 barrier at least 3 m high, climb-proof, or a water barrier 6 m wide and 2 m deep.
- Keep the temperature within 18 to 33 °C and theme the area as Tropical.
- Plan a group of 1 to 6 animals.
Animals that can live with the Sumatran Orangutan
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Sumatran Orangutan: 18 to 33 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (8)
- Asian Small-Clawed Otter (shared 18–33 °C)
- Great Hornbill (shared 18–33 °C)
- Javan Green Magpie (shared 18–33 °C)
- Long-Tailed Parakeet (shared 18–33 °C)
- Malayan Tapir (shared 18–33 °C)
- North Sulawesi Babirusa (shared 18–33 °C)
- Siamang (shared 18–33 °C)
- Wild Boar (shared 18–33 °C)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
Put the Sumatran Orangutan next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Asian Elephant, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Binturong, Gharial.
FAQ
How much space does a Sumatran Orangutan need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 780 m², Climbable 120 m² for the Sumatran Orangutan, plus Land 50 m², Climbable 40 m² for each additional animal, and 15 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Sumatran Orangutan need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Sumatran Orangutan needs a temperature of 18 to 33 °C and a group size of 1–6, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Sumatran Orangutan in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 8 compatible species for the Sumatran Orangutan. Neutral: Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Great Hornbill, Javan Green Magpie, Long-Tailed Parakeet, Malayan Tapir, North Sulawesi Babirusa, Siamang, Wild Boar.