Visitor Receives Unforgettable 'Thank You' For Throwing Treats To Zoo Orangutan

Apr 09, 2020 by apost team

A gentleman named Vitaly R. was shocked at the funny reaction he received from an adorable orangutan at Bali Zoo in Indonesia. After throwing the orangutan a snack, Vitaly receives a delightful thankful gesture from the primate in return that he did not expect. The orangutan thanked him by throwing him a thank you banana. 

The Bali Zoo is home to many wonderful animals. Visitors will find saltwater crocodiles and African lions when they visit, among other animals they rarely get to see. However, many visitors love to come and see the hilarious antics of the resident orangutans.

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One visitor, Vitaly, decided that he was going to check the orangutans out when he visited. He was prepared with a treat, as well.

The young man looks at the camera. The orangutan, who is very close to him, stretches out his hand for the treat.

After the orangutan catches and eats the treat, he looks around his enclosure. Satisfied that no one is watching, he reaches behind his back and grabs a banana. Then, he throws the banana at Vitaly.

It can be assumed that Vitaly had not expected to receive a banana from the orangutan in return for throwing a treat. 

Perhaps the scenario would have played out differently if there were other orangutans around to see the trade occur, but because there were no other monkeys around, Vitaly was offered a trade.

It looks like the animal plans to fire the banana like a missile, but as he gently tosses it, you can tell his real intentions. Everyone around starts to smile when they realize he is offering a 'trade' to Vitaly.

After catching the banana, Vitaly the visitor tells the orangutan, "thank you" for tossing him the item in return for the treats.

Either the monkey is offering a trade, or he is enjoying an impromptu game of catch! No matter the reason, it was a funny interaction that we are glad was caught on video.

Vitaly throws another item to the orangutan and he seems to throw it directly back. The two have continued to play one more round of catch even after the banana exchange. 

Vitaly's unique encounter being caught on video was quite lucky. Who knows if it would even be believable had it not been recorded, but the video below is more than enough proof. 

What did you think of this delightful video? Let us know your thoughts, and please pass this on to others to love animals as much as we do!