A baby monkey at a Japanese zoo has gone viral for dragging a stuffed Orangutan toy around with him after being abandoned by his mother at birth. ‘Punch’ the monkey has become an internet sensation, with his supporters sharing videos under the hashtag #HangInTherePunch. #monkey #japan #zoo #orangutan | RTÉ News

The IKEA orangutan soft toy seen in viral clips of Punch the baby monkey has become a global phenomenon. Rejected by his mother shortly after birth, Punch appeared to find comfort in the orangutan soft toy given to him by keepers at Ichikawa City Zoo. Moved by his story, people around the world rushed to buy their own orangutan buddy, causing stores across Japan, South Korea, Australia and the United States reportedly going out of stock. | CNA