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A monkey in Staffordshire just became the first of her endangered species to have her complete genetic code decoded. The breakthrough gives scientists a powerful new tool to fight poaching and protect Barbary macaques from extinction.
A vulnerable stump-tailed macaque gave birth at Meghalaya State Zoo, the first successful breeding of this threatened species at the facility. The milestone shows how modern zoo management can help protect animals facing extinction.
A baby macaque who captured hearts worldwide by clinging to an orangutan toy is now thriving among his zoo troop. Punch's journey from rejected orphan to accepted group member shows the power of patience and care.
A baby monkey abandoned at birth in Japan has captured millions of hearts by clinging to a plush toy for comfort. His journey from vulnerability to resilience shows how small sources of security help us all face the world.
After weeks of being rejected by his troop and clinging to a stuffed toy for comfort, Punch the macaque has finally been accepted by another monkey. The breakthrough moment at Japan's Ichikawa Zoo shows the orphaned infant riding piggyback on a fellow macaque.
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Wild macaques in Gibraltar have discovered an unusual remedy for junk food stomachaches: eating soil. Scientists say it's a clever survival trick in our human-dominated world.
A baby macaque named Punch was rejected at birth and now carries a stuffed orangutan everywhere, melting hearts worldwide. The good news? He's finally making real friends in his troop.
A six-month-old macaque abandoned at birth has captured hearts worldwide by clinging to an oversized plush orangutan at a Japanese zoo. His touching bond with the toy has drawn crowds eager to witness his journey toward healing.
The CDC is transferring more than 160 macaques to a nonprofit sanctuary in Texas as part of its plan to reduce animal testing. It's a major step toward phasing out primate research at the federal agency.
A six-month-old macaque who won hearts worldwide by clinging to a stuffed orangutan is successfully joining his troop at a Japanese zoo. Hundreds of fans are traveling hours to cheer on his progress.
Scientists have documented 427 cases of primates forming friendships with other animals, from macaques riding deer to gorillas cradling wild bushbabies. The widespread behavior reveals monkeys may share our remarkable capacity for cross-species connection.
A baby macaque abandoned at birth who bonded with a stuffed orangutan has become an internet sensation, inspiring millions while transforming his struggling Japanese zoo. Nine months later, Punch is thriving with his troop and giving fans worldwide a break from doomscrolling.
Farmers in Nepal are testing smart cameras that detect rhesus macaques and alert them before monkeys raid their crops. The AI system can even tell whether monkeys are just watching or actively feeding, helping farmers respond faster.
Farmers in Nepal are losing hundreds of dollars a year to macaque raids, standing guard over their fields at dawn with drums and dogs. Now researchers are testing smart camera systems that detect monkeys in real time and text farmers when threats approach.
A baby macaque named Punch, rejected by his mother, clings to a plushie companion at a Japanese zoo. His story mirrors groundbreaking experiments from the 1950s that proved emotional warmth beats physical nourishment every time.
Wild monkeys in Gibraltar are intentionally eating soil to soothe stomach problems caused by tourists feeding them chips and candy. Scientists say it's the first time this self-medicating behavior has been documented in Europe's only wild monkey population.
One of America's largest monkey research facilities is considering an unprecedented transition to a sanctuary, potentially reshaping how we approach animal welfare and medical science. The Oregon National Primate Research Center's decision has sparked both celebration and serious scientific debate.
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Scientists documented 427 cases of monkeys and apes tenderly caring for other animals, from grooming stray dogs to cradling mongoose pups. The heartwarming behavior might reveal the evolutionary roots of why humans keep pets.
Police and conservation teams in Vietnam are giving endangered animals a second chance at freedom. Multiple rescued wild animals have been successfully released back into protected forest habitats across the country.
After two years of careful observation, a critically endangered Sumatran orangutan became the first of its species to cross an artificial canopy bridge over a busy Indonesian road. The crossing reconnects 350 orangutans split between two forest habitats.
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