Update: Officials from the Denver Zoo have confirmed that they have received enough blankets to sustain them during the supply delays. 

“In lieu of bringing blankets to us, we encourage folks to seek out their local animals shelters for those older and more used blankets and sheets. We appreciate the generosity of our guests and can’t wait to share photos and videos of the orangutans enjoying their blankets!” a spokesperson from the zoo said.

The Denver Zoo is asking the public to donate their gently used blankets and sheets for the nests of their Sumatran orangutans, according to a Facebook post from the zoo. 

“Our orangutans build a new nest every night and our expert keepers support these natural behaviors by providing them with bedding items that they use to make extra cozy nests,” the zoo said. 

The zoo’s typical bedding shipment has been delayed by weeks, forcing staff to supplement with extra sheets and blankets. 

“Our blanket and sheet supply is running extremely low, so we’re reaching out to our incredible community for assistance! If you have blankets or sheets that you’re ready to part with, please consider donating them!” the post reads.

A donation center has been set up at the zoo’s Boettcher Welcome Center. 

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