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Historically, trafficking for pets or zoos has not been a major threat to proboscis monkeys because it is very difficult to keep them alive in captivity, but recent research has found an uptick in live trade of the species.
Proboscis monkey found in Thailand adds to evidence of cross-border illegal trade
The rescued proboscis monkey at Thailand’s Ban Pong wildlife rescue center, where it is recovering from its injuries. Image by Ana Norman Bermúdez for Mongabay.
Jul 25, 2026·5 min read
 Monkey sightings on the rise in Mount Dora, prompting safety warnings
Monkey sightings on the rise in Mount Dora, prompting safety warnings
Officials say residents are reporting more wild monkeys than usual and warn people not to approach or feed them
Jul 25, 2026·2 min read
 A baby monkey in Japan, called Punch, who made headlines after images of him sleeping with a stuffed toy orangutan went viral, is showing signs of integrating with his fellow primates.
Japan's monkey sensation Punch gets thousands of birthday messages
Punch, the orphaned monkey at a Japanese zoo that stole many people’s hearts by clinging to an orangutan plushie, is marking his first birthday Sunday
Jul 25, 2026·1 min read