The name “orangutan” translates into English as “man of the forest”. It comes from Malay and Bahasa Indonesian orang (man) and hutan (forest).  Orangutans are highly intelligent and use tools such as chewing up leaves to create sponges and using branches and sticks to test the depth of water before entering.  The Sumatran species is critically endangered with an estimate of only 7,200 individuals remaining in the wild. Have a great weekend and let us know if you find other fun or important facts about this amazing animal.

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We like to be patriotic, especially in July. This is a very special Splash! painting commissioned by the US Army.

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Splash! Animals

One of the most popular animals we perform is the African Elephant. Did you know that elephants have the largest brain of any land mammal? An average elephant brain weighs in at 11 lbs! This makes them highly intelligent, on par with dolphins and primates.

Elephants have been documented doing many amazing things such as painting, recognizing themselves in a mirror, problem-solving and using tools. They also experience a range of complex emotions including grief, happiness, and even revenge!

Elephants remain an endangered species despite many years of conservation efforts from around the world. These efforts have improved their status in many areas, but more help is needed to ensure their long-term success in the wild.

Have a great weekend and have some fun looking up more elephant facts.