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China: Monkeys Surround Traffic Officer in Shanghai Nature Reserve

On October 2, 2024, in Shanghai, located in eastern China, a video recorded a humorous yet helpless moment at a nature reserve. A traffic officer stood by the roadside when several monkeys swaggered toward him. One bold monkey reached out and grabbed the officer deliberately. Seeing no resistance, the rest of the monkeys grew braver and surrounded him. Some even attempted to scratch or poke him lightly. As protected animals, the officer couldn’t retaliate and simply waited patiently for the troop to lose interest and move on. The amusing standoff left many Chinese viewers laughing at the monkeys’ confidence and the officer’s resigned expression.

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Japan: Baby Macaque “Punch” Wins Hearts After Finding Comfort in Plush Surrogacy 2

A six-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch at Ichikawa City Zoo has gained attention in Japan and abroad. After being rejected by his first-time mother, he was hand-raised by staff and often clung to an orangutan plush toy as a surrogate comfort, touching many hearts. Even after rejoining the troop, he kept the toy for a while, but he is gradually bonding with other monkeys and growing stronger. On social media, the hashtag “#GoPunch” has spread, with visitors continuing to cheer him on.

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Japan: Baby Macaque “Punch” Wins Hearts After Finding Comfort in Plush Surrogacy

A six-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch at Ichikawa City Zoo has gained attention in Japan and abroad. After being rejected by his first-time mother, he was hand-raised by staff and often clung to an orangutan plush toy as a surrogate comfort, touching many hearts. Even after rejoining the troop, he kept the toy for a while, but he is gradually bonding with other monkeys and growing stronger. On social media, the hashtag “#GoPunch” has spread, with visitors continuing to cheer him on.

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China: Child Stomps in Frustration as Monkey Drinks His Iced Tea

On February 5, 2026, in Guiyang, Guizhou, a monkey startled a young boy by snatching his bottle of iced tea and drinking it. The boy was seen stomping his feet in anger and sobbing in frustration as the monkey finished the drink and walked away unbothered.

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China: Monkey Walks Into Convenience Store and Steals Bread in Guiyang

On Wednesday, January 14, a monkey walked into a convenience store in Guiyang, Guizhou Province, and helped itself to a packaged bun from the bread section. Appearing familiar with the layout, the monkey was captured on footage eating inside the shop while an employee watched helplessly, seemingly unsure how to deal with the unexpected customer.

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China: Monkey Rushes Across River to Grab Tourist’s Handbag

On December 14, 2025, in Ya’an, Sichuan Province, a video shows the monkey swiftly crossing the river by stepping on a rope at the Erlang Mountain Laba River Scenic Area. The footage captures the animal rushing toward a group of tourists, yanking at a visitor’s bag and refusing to let go. According to Ms. Jiang, who was visiting the riverbank with friends, monkeys on the opposite side noticed the crowd and quickly made their way across the rope with surprising speed. The video ends with tourists trying to pull the bag back as the monkey clings tightly to it on the riverbank.

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China: Monkey Snatches Man’s Snacks at Guizhou Temple

On November 28, in Guizhou, China, a video captured a monkey jumping onto a table at a temple to steal a man's snacks. The man attempted to chase the animal, but the monkey fled quickly with the loot.

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey - China

A golden snub-nosed monkey cub is pictured at the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, on December 11, 2025. Spanning the northern and southern slopes of the Qinling Mountains, the Zhouzhi National Nature Reserve is dedicated to protecting golden snub-nosed monkeys and other rare wildlife as well as their habitats. In recent years, the reserve has implemented multiple ecological restoration projects, leading to a steady increase in wildlife populations within the region. The population of golden snub-nosed monkeys here has expanded from over 1,200 to around 2,000. Photo by Shao Rui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China: Chimp Returns Kiss From Visitor at Heilongjiang Zoo

On October 13, 2022, in Qiqihar, located in northeastern China’s Heilongjiang province, a heartwarming yet amusing scene unfolded at a zoo. A young woman leaned toward the glass enclosure and kissed a chimpanzee through the barrier. The chimp responded with excitement, pressing its lips to the same spot several times.

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China: Mischievous Monkey Snatches Tourist’s Bracelet in Hubei

This is the amusing moment when a monkey snatched a tourist’s bracelet while she was feeding it at a scenic spot in Hubei, China, on October 3, 2025. After a few attempts using snacks as bait, the monkey finally released the bracelet, and the woman recovered it, smiling as onlookers laughed.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - First nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - The national first store poster of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey", Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - First nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - The national first store poster of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey", Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - First nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - First nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - Citizens purchase goods in the first nationwide store of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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First Discount Supermarket Under Meituan in China

HANGZHOU, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 - A pedestrian passes by the national first store poster of Meituan's discount supermarket "Happy Monkey" in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China on September 2, 2025.

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exploitation Of Long-Tailed Macaques - Indonesia

A long-tailed macaque is seen during a 'Topeng Monyet' (masked monkey) performance on Marindal Street, Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on May 14, 2025. Recent data from the Jakarta Animal Aid Network highlights the ongoing practice of torture and exploitation of long-tailed macaques in masked monkey shows across various regions. As a response, stricter law enforcement and increased public awareness regarding animal welfare are urgent solutions to end this cruel practice. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM