Can Tiger and Orangutan Babies Remain Friends as They Grow?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the friendship between tiger and orangutan babies, exploring the implications of their relationship as they grow. Participants express their thoughts on the cuteness of the animals, the potential for their friendship to last, and the conservation issues affecting both species.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Emotional response

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express delight at the cuteness of the tiger and orangutan babies.
  • Others speculate on the longevity of their friendship, questioning how long it might last as they grow.
  • A participant highlights the conservation status of both species, noting the low population numbers of Sumatran tigers and orangutans and the environmental threats they face.
  • Another participant mentions the inevitability of separation due to the natural behaviors of tigers, specifically their dietary changes at three months old.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the cuteness of the animals and express sadness about their eventual separation. However, there is no consensus on the implications of their friendship or how long it might last.

Contextual Notes

The discussion touches on emotional responses to wildlife relationships and conservation issues, but does not delve into specific scientific studies or data regarding animal behavior or conservation efforts.

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I almost posted this in the Kitten thread, but is a bit off topic.:smile: Click on "watch the story"

http://www.komotv.com/news/national/6166471.html
 
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OH How Cute!
 
Major AWWWWWWWW factor, that just so sweet!
 
They're really cute! Too bad they will have to be separated. :frown:
 
That is so cute, wonder how long that will last.
 
Conservationists estimate there are fewer than 700 Sumatran tigers still alive, while fewer than 60,000 orangutans remain in the wild. Around 90 percent of the jungle has been destroyed by illegal logging, poaching and cut-and-burn farming practices on Borneo and Sumatra islands.
Breaks my heart.:frown:
 
"When the time comes, they will have to be separated. It's sad, but we cant' change their natural behavior," she said. "Tigers start eating meat when they are three months old."


awwww how cute
 

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