Mammal · Terrestrial
Planet Zoo 2 Sumatran Orangutan: Habitat Size, Temperature & Needs
Plan a habitat for the Sumatran Orangutan by checking adult-count areas, temperature and barriers, then compare its biomes with those of other animals. The Sumatran Orangutan (Pongo abelii) lives in a terrestrial habitat in Planet Zoo 2. The official Zoopedia lists Tropical as its biome and its wild range as Asia; its conservation status in the wild is Critically Endangered. Each checked requirement below shows its evidence grade and source.
Last updated Game version: Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed
Plan for your Sumatran Orangutan
Set the adult count and add other species to compare shared biomes and checked requirements. For a fresh selection, use the Habitat Planner.
- Sumatran Orangutan
Shared biomes and regions
Biomes: Tropical.
Regions: Asia.
A shared biome does not confirm that animals can live together.
Area for your adult counts
Exact outputs checked on the official Zoopedia. We do not multiply the one-adult value or extrapolate other counts. Area categories can overlap; do not add them together.
Sumatran Orangutan · 1 adult
Within the published mixed-group range (1–6). Sex ratios still need checking.
- Land area
- 780 m²
- Shelter area
- 15 m²
- Climbable area
- 120 m²
Checked counts: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. Official Habitat panel · Grade A · 2026-10-15.
Temperature and barrier comparison
Shared temperature: 18°C to 33°C
Strongest barrier: Grade 3.
Tallest barrier: 3 m.
These compare the published numbers. Roofs, climb-proofing, water conditions and mixed-species safety need separate checks.
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In-game needs
The area rows below show the official control set to 1 adult; this is a reference, not a recommended group. The published mixed-group range is 1 - 6. Use the tool above for checked group sizes. Missing fields mean Not confirmed yet, not zero.
| Need | In the game | Confirmed by |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 18°C to 33°C | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Land area | 780m²Official adult-count control set to 1. This is an area reference, not a recommended group size. | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Climbing area | 120m²Official adult-count control set to 1. This is an area reference, not a recommended group size. | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Group size | 1 - 6 | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Male-only group | 1 - 1 | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Female-only group | 1 - 6 | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Maximum males | 1 | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Maximum females | 5 | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Short grass | 20% to 100% | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Sand | 0% to 20% | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Soil | 10% to 80% | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Rock | 0% to 40% | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Waterlogged | 0% to 10% | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Barrier strength | Grade 3 | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Barrier height | 3m | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Thriving relationships | No compatible species listedThis is the list on this animal’s page. Check the other animal’s page too; absence is not proof of incompatibility. | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Neutral relationships | North Sulawesi Babirusa, Wild Boar, Siamang, Great Hornbill, Javan Green Magpie, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Long-Tailed Parakeet, Malayan TapirThis is the list on this animal’s page. Check the other animal’s page too; absence is not proof of incompatibility. | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Valid reserves | Sumatra Reserve | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Valid release group types | Female Bachelor Herd, Solitary Male | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Shelter area | 15m²Official adult-count control set to 1. This is an area reference, not a recommended group size. | Grade A · OfficialFrontier DevelopmentsChecked October 15, 2026 (Official online Zoopedia checked 2026-10-15; game build not confirmed) |
| Water area | Not confirmed yet | No checked source |
Before you build
- Check group composition first: the mixed-group range is 1 - 6; the male-only, female-only and maximum-per-sex limits are listed separately above.
- Keep the habitat within the published 18°C to 33°C range. Compare every selected species before choosing a shared temperature.
- Compare these barrier requirements before building: Barrier strength Grade 3; Barrier height 3m.
- Use the area value for the checked adult count. Shelter, water, climbing and flight areas remain separate requirements, and mixed-species totals are not confirmed.
Animals that share its biome
Other terrestrial animals the Zoopedia lists for at least one of the same biomes: African Leopard, Asian Elephant, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Binturong, Galápagos Giant Tortoise, Gharial, Golden Lion Tamarin, Goodfellow's Tree-Kangaroo, Grey Wolf, Komodo Dragon, Malayan Tapir and North Sulawesi Babirusa. Sharing a biome does not mean they can share a habitat; the game's own Zoopedia says which species can live together.
Compare more animals on the Planet Zoo 2 biomes page. The full Planet Zoo 2 animal list has every species.
Sumatran Orangutan questions
What biome does the Sumatran Orangutan need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists the Sumatran Orangutan for the Tropical biome. In the wild it lives in Asia.
How much habitat space does the Sumatran Orangutan need?
For 1 adult, the official Zoopedia shows Land area: 780 m²; Shelter area: 15 m²; Climbable area: 120 m². These are separate area categories, not values to add together. Use the tool for other checked counts; unverified counts stay unknown.
What temperature does the Sumatran Orangutan need?
18°C to 33°C is the published habitat temperature range. This comes from the visible Habitat panel of Frontier's online Zoopedia, checked October 15, 2026.
What barrier does the Sumatran Orangutan need?
Barrier strength: Grade 3; Barrier height: 3m. These are the published requirements; additional construction details are not confirmed here.
Which animals can live with the Sumatran Orangutan?
Its official relationship lists include North Sulawesi Babirusa, Wild Boar, Siamang, Great Hornbill, Javan Green Magpie, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Long-Tailed Parakeet and Malayan Tapir. Check each relationship type in the planner and meet every species' habitat needs; sharing a biome alone does not confirm cohabitation.
Sources
Checked against the official pages on October 15, 2026. Grade A: visible official Habitat panels. Grade B: two independent sources agree. Grade C: unverified player reports, excluded from tools. Adult-count area outputs were checked individually; no formula is inferred.
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