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They ask to transfer Punch, the Japanese monkey who went viral after being abandoned by his mother and lives clinging to a plush toy, to a sanctuary

Seven-month-old Punch was rejected by his mother after being born last July and has since been raised by zoo staff, who provided him with an orangutan plush toy that became

24 Feb, 11:00 — 24 Feb, 11:00
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Times of IndiaMostly Factual186d ago

Want to meet Punch? The viral baby monkey with plushie from Japan has finally found friends

A seven-month-old Japanese macaque, Punch, rejected by his mother and bullied by peers, found solace in a plush toy named 'Ora-mama'. This heartwarming story of resilience and connection went viral globally, drawing immense sympathy and support. Recent updates reveal Punch has now made new friends at the zoo, signifying his growing acceptance within his social group.

By PRIYA SRIVASTAVA

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First report: el-mundo · 24 Feb, 08:26Full coverage: 3 · 4hWindow: 4h
el-mundo24 Feb, 08:26First to report

Piden trasladar a un santuario a Punch, el mono japonés viralizado tras ser abandonado por su madre que vive aferrado a un peluche

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Times of India24 Feb, 11:00

Want to meet Punch? The viral baby monkey with plushie from Japan has finally found friends

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index-hr24 Feb, 12:44Latest update

Tragedija majmuna Puncha: Zašto majke napuštaju svoju mladunčad?

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