Cerah, an endearing two-year-old orangutan, resides in the Denver Zoo in Colorado, United States. Last month, her mother regrettably passed away, leaving her daughter alone. To the surprise of all employees at the Berani Zoo, her father is now caring for her.

According to the Orangutan Foundation International, male orangutans in the wild do not assist in raising their offspring. Adult women are more receptive and establish stronger bonds with them.

While time spent with other orangutans is fleeting, the bond between mother and offspring lasts for many years.

Despite this, Berani has assumed sole parental responsibility for his daughter in order to be the best father possible for her. It is evident from the adorable photographs that the zoo has posted on its social media accounts that love forges unusual and unanticipated bonds.

Orangutan infants can be held until the age of five and breastfed until the age of eight. Even infant orangutans may stay close to their mother until they reach the age of ten, roaming alongside her and even eating and resting in the same trees.

A few days ago, the zookeepers posted on their Facebook page some beautiful images of this model father and his daughter along with a poignant and endearing story.

In its announcement, the zoo said:

It is extremely rare for Berani to assume the role of Mr. Mom, and Cerah could not have asked for a better father. Berani is very attentive to her requirements and protective of her. When she falls unconscious, he holds her, comforts her, and even hugs her.

Berani and the beautiful Cerah have become close, and their unwavering devotion is both uplifting and a wonderful example of how beautiful and wondrous nature can be.