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Holland is thriving and showing her adventurous spirit more than ever. She seems to have grown a great deal over the last six months. These days, Holland has little interest in the playground and prefers to head straight for the trees. As soon as she is released, she quickly vanishes into the forest. Caregivers have to keep a close eye on her, and be vigilant to keep a track of Holland’s whereabouts. Despite her love for exploration, Holland remains obedient and always returns when called by her surrogate mum, Ibu Anting.

One of Holland’s endearing and memorable habits is leading her caregivers into the forest. She holds your hand and guides you through the trees, eager to share her discoveries. Whether it’s leaves, berries, or forest fruits, Holland loves to offer these thank-you gifts to her caregivers, displaying her affectionate and sharing nature.

However, Holland can be a bit of a fussy eater. She prefers soft foods over crunchy ones, with ripe fruits like bananas being her favourites. Her selective palate keeps the caregivers on their toes, ensuring she gets the foods she enjoys the most. There is one enrichment item that is a sure-fire hit. A cooling ice block with banana slices and ripples of honey inside the ice always hits the spot for Holland!

Holland shares her sleeping enclosure with Amelia, Doris, Clara, and Panahan. This arrangement provides her with companionship and social interaction which has played a crucial part in her development. Despite her independent streak during the day, Holland finds comfort and camaraderie with her enclosure mates at night. Her ability to balance independence with her affectionate gestures towards her caregivers make her a special member of the Camp Danielle community.

Holland’s growth and behaviour highlight her vibrant personality and curiosity. Holland moves around the forest with a sense of purpose and comfort. She is right at home here and we love to see her there too!

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