Punch, a young Japanese macaque at a zoo in Japan, has gone viral after a video showed him being yanked around by a larger monkey before scrambling away and clinging tightly to his favorite comfort item: a stuffed orangutan toy.
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" Houston travelers face cancellations as violence spreads in parts of Mexico after cartel leader’s killingKaty man pleads guilty in $17M Ponzi scheme that targeted dozens of victimsSearch underway for driver who hit and killed man while crossing street in Third WardIf you’ve been on social media or scrolling the internet this weekend, you may have scrolled past a sweet monkey who stole our hearts. Punch, a young Japanese macaque at a zoo in Japan, has gone viral after a video showed him being yanked around by a larger monkey before scrambling away and clinging tightly to his favorite comfort item: a stuffed orangutan toy. The clip spread quickly across social media, with millions of views and thousands of comments from people who were instantly protective of the tiny primate.Zookeepers stepped in to care for him and gave him the plush toy from IKEA to provide comfort, something he now carries everywhere. In videos, he can be seen toddling around the enclosure, toy in hand, trying to interact with the other monkeys. When the now-viral moment happened, viewers were alarmed. Many worried he was being bullied. But zoo officials say what people saw was part of normal macaque social behavior as young monkeys learn how to interact within the group.Still, that hasn’t stopped the wave of affection online. Fans have called him “the bravest little guy,” joked about “protecting Punch at all costs,” and even tracked down the same stuffed toy he carries. The viral fame has reportedly boosted interest in the zoo, with visitors eager to catch a glimpse of the tiny macaque who, plush orangutan in tow, has become an unexpected global star. In a world full of heavy headlines, Punch’s dramatic dash to safety and tight squeeze of his stuffed friend struck a chord.Grab your coat—as soon as you step outside, you’re going to feel the temperature drop!Houston attorney back in jail as police investigate possible murder of man who went missing in 2024Galveston County officials: Illegal gambling sites fueled crime in HitchcockWhat is driving Houstonians to the polls?Is Harris County offering enough accessible way to vote?Hitchcock mayor, who also serves as Hitchcock ISD assistant sup., arrested after gambling raidsMagnolia ISD votes to allow daily prayer period under Senate Bill 11
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