Odisha Zoo Uses Music Therapy to Help Rescued Orangutans Manage Stress

Nandankanan Zoological Park in Odisha has introduced music therapy as part of its care programme for rescued orangutans. The initiative aims to help the animals manage stress and improve their overall well-being during rehabilitation.

The zoo has found that exposure to music can have a calming effect on the rescued orangutans, assisting in their adjustment to life in captivity. The therapy is part of broader enrichment activities designed to support the psychological health of the animals.

This approach reflects growing recognition among wildlife facilities of the importance of mental health support for rescued primates during their recovery and rehabilitation process.