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Mother monkey's abandonment raises concerns about captivity effects
science Mar 5, 2026, 6:25 PM
Mother monkey's abandonment raises concerns about captivity effects
  • Japanese macaques are highly social and dedicated mothers, rarely abandoning their infants in the wild.
  • Punch, an infant monkey, was abandoned by his mother shortly after birth and raised by zoo keepers, encountering challenges in integrating with other monkeys.
  • The case highlights the differences between wild and captive environments, prompting inquiries into the reasons behind maternal abandonment.
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Punch the macaque cuddles with fellow zoo mates after breakthrough
science Mar 2, 2026, 6:33 PM
Punch the macaque cuddles with fellow zoo mates after breakthrough
  • Punch was hand-reared by zookeepers after being abandoned at birth in July 2025.
  • The reintegration process began on January 19, 2026, with significant initial challenges.
  • Recent observations show Punch forming social bonds with other monkeys, indicating progress in his integration.
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