What is another word for Genus Pongo?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs pˈɒŋɡə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Genus Pongo refers to orangutan, which is a large arboreal anthropoid ape species. Other synonymic terms for genus Pongo include the Bornean Orangutan and the Sumatran Orangutan. These species are listed as critically endangered under the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) red list due to habitat loss, hunting and illegal trade. They are typically found in the jungles of Borneo and Sumatra, and have an intricate social communication system that is unique to their species. The conservation and preservation of these species is a significant concern as their loss would be a significant blow to biodiversity and the delicate ecological balance of the rainforest ecosystems.
