Roy Slezak and Rubi the orangutan charm Albuquerque visits
Former Rio Rancho councilor Roy Slezak now retired writes and visits Rubi the female orangutan at Albuquerque Biopark. He plans a book titled Rubi's Diary detailing observed behaviors while noting Rubi sometimes ignores him. He recalls a past incident of being hit by a stone tossed by Rubi during a visit near the gorillas.
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Orangutans a Closely Related, Highly Intelligent Forest Dwellers
Orangutans weigh 73 to 180 pounds with an arm span up to seven feet and stand about five feet tall. They roost in trees, sleep in leaf nests, and use leaves as umbrellas. Diet is mainly fruit and leaves, with bark insects and occasional meat. They are solitary males, with loud song calls, and infants stay with mothers six to seven years. They face extinction due to logging and habitat loss.
Where Are They Now Moon Beams Over Rio Rancho Rams
Rio Rancho Observer profile recalls Bill Moon, the first Rio Rancho High football coach, who built a program from lean years. He reflects on 1997 1998 and 1999, including no stadium no electricity and players rallying to a 4-6 final season and a culture that aspired to power.
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