Melbourne Zoo Orangutans May Soon Be Challenging Visitors To A Game of Tetris

Kim Bussing
2016-03-09T11:32:53-08:00

With no threat of predators or the need to hunt for food, shelter, or find a mate, zoo orangutans have an extremely comfortable existence. But this also means that the smart animals lack the critical challenges they need for their mental and emotional well-being. To ensure the curious mammals that share 97% of their DNA with humans do not get bored and depressed, zookeepers are always looking for new ways to keep them entertained and challenged.