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Orangutan Ejde, a resident at Rostock Zoo for over three decades, passes away

Long-Time Resident Orangutan Ejde Passes Away After More Than Three Decades at Rostock Zoo

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Suffering from a persistent lung ailment that has recently taken a turn for the worse.
Suffering from a persistent lung ailment that has recently taken a turn for the worse.

A Long Farewell: 44-Year-Old Orangutan Ejde Passes Away at Rostock Zoo

Rostock Zoo Mourns Long-time Resident Orangutan Ejde's Demise Following Three Decades - Orangutan Ejde, a resident at Rostock Zoo for over three decades, passes away

Let's face it, folks. Ejde, the beloved 44-year-old orangutan from Rostock Zoo, has bid us adieu. Ejde, a resident in the zoo for more than three decades, was a tough cookie, but lately, he battled a chronic respiratory illness that took a heavy toll. The heartbreaking decision to euthanize him was made on Saturday.

You probably remember Ejde, the Borneo orangutan, who was born in a Danish zoo way back in July 1980. After nine years at Schönbrunn Zoo in Vienna, he found his home in Rostock Zoo via the European Breeding Programme in 1993. As a valuable advocate for his endangered species, Ejde's lively presence will sorely be missed, according to zoo director Antje Angeli.

Born and Bred in Rostock

Five of Ejde's adorable little ones were born right here in Rostock, and a couple of them still call the zoo home. Daughter Mayang made her entrance in 2018, while sons Bayu and Sabas have been around since 2020 and 2003, respectively.

Did you know? Orangutans from Borneo can live up to a whopping 50-60 years in human care, which is similar to their lifespan in zoos. Contrast that with their lifespan in the wild, where they typically live for 30-40 years. In any case, the oldest known female orangutan lived to be 60 years old!

Petition to Get In Touch with the Zoo

If you're curious about Ejde's surviving children and other happenings at Rostock Zoo, it's a good idea to give them a call or check their website for the most recent information. Unfortunately, I couldn't find any updates on Ejde's kids right now.

Regions Connected:

  • Rostock
  • Vienna
  • Denmark
  • Baltic Sea
  • Zoos
  • Rostock Zoo
  1. The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of animals and the environment, as the death of Ejde, the 44-year-old orangutan at Rostock Zoo, emphasizes the importance of preserving the habitat of endangered species like orangutans.
  2. Science and health-and-wellness enthusiasts may find it interesting to know that orangutans, such as Ejde, who was born in a Danish zoo, can live up to 50-60 years in human care, similar to their lifespan in zoos, while in the wild, they typically live for 30-40 years.
  3. With Ejde, a 44-year-old orangutan, passing away at Rostock Zoo, mental health and aging experts may reflect on the impact of chronic illnesses and the decision to euthanize on aging animals and the overall well-being of zoo residents.
  4. As Ejde, the 44-year-old orangutan from Rostock Zoo, was a resident of Rostock for more than three decades, city officials might consider implementing health-and-exercise programs for older residents, inspired by the importance of fitness and wellness for long-lived species like orangutans.
  5. People who are fans of Ejde, the 44-year-old orangutan who was born in Denmark and resided at Rostock Zoo, might find solace in knowing that his surviving offspring still call the zoo home, including sons Bayu and Sabas, and his most recent daughter Mayang.

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