25/03/2026
Prof. Dr. Birute Mary Galdikas has passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 4:30 a.m. Los Angeles time, at a hospital in Los Angeles, United States.
With hearts full of sorrow and sincerity, we convey this news to the Orangutan Foundation International (OFI) family and to the entire global community who have known and loved her dedication.
The deceased was a scientist, a champion, and a mother of global environmental conservation. Throughout her life, she tirelessly dedicated herself to preserving nature, particularly in efforts to conserve orangutans and tropical forests, the lungs of the world
Her footsteps are not only recorded in her research and scientific works, but also live on in every leaf that remains green, in every life she has saved, and in humanity's awareness of the importance of caring for the earth.
We received this sad news from Mr. Fred at 10:02 PM WIB, and with all humility we ask for prayers from all parties that all her services, devotion, and kindness will be accepted and remembered as an unbroken charity.
Her passing is not only a loss for the world of science, but also a great loss for humanity and the sustainability of the universe. However, we believe that her legacy of values, love, and struggle will live on, flowing, and inspiring generations to come.
"Farewell, Mother of World Conservation... Thank you for the dedication and love you have entrusted to this earth.
May eternal peace be with you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
