Witnesses consistently describe a creature around 3 feet (1 meter) tall, covered in very dark hair or dark grey fur, with an ape like face and powerful arms. The orang pendek is said to walk with immense upper body strength, moving bipedally like a small gorilla.
Its thick fingers, almost vestigial thumb, and rounder palm hint at a creature that’s both gorilla-like and distinctly other.
Reported behaviors include the ability to uproot small trees, break rattan vines, and even roll rotting logs. The shoulder blades, massive shoulders, and legs appear built for strength and agility in rugged terrain.
