Orphaned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed animal after being abandoned by mother at birth

Baby monkey Punch-kun draws huge crowds to Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan after viral photos show him clutching a stuffed orangutan for comfort.

Heartwarming moment in Japan zoo: Baby macaque abandoned by his mother, finds comfort in a toy

A tiny macaque named Punch, abandoned at birth, found solace in a plush toy at Japan's Ichikawa City Zoo. Hand-raised by zookeepers, the six-month-old's bond with his orangutan companion has captivated millions online. This touching story highlights the universal need for comfort and connection, as Punch gradually integrates with his troop, still clutching his beloved toy.

By TOI LIFESTYLE DESK

‘Punch,’ the Baby Monkey Abandoned by His Mother, Finds a Friend In This IKEA Plush Toy

Social media users have rallied around the Japanese macaque, who found solace in a stuffed toy after he was rejected by his troop

By Tim Chan