¡Little monkey Punch has fallen in love! His love story with little monkey Momo is going viral on social media again

The story of Punch, the macaque that went viral weeks ago after being rejected by its mother at the Ichikawa Zoo and Botanical Garden in Ichikawa, Japan, continues to move the world. At that moment, the little monkey sought comfort in an orangutan plush toy, clinging to it while being rejected by other members of its troop, a situation that moved and saddened social media users.

However, Punch's story has taken a tender turn. Now, the macaque has found a companion with whom to share his time: Momo-chan. International press and thousands of users on X and TikTok have echoed the videos where they are seen kissing, hugging, and playing together, even with his trusty plush toy still present in their antics.

Specialists recall that it is not uncommon for orphaned primates or those separated from their mothers to seek security in plush toys, as the fur gives them the feeling of protection they previously received from their mothers. Over time, Punch integrated with other members of the pack and began to show real affection towards them, although his maternal bond was never re-established.

Now, with Momo-chan, the famous macaque has taken another step in his social life, moving from solitude to moments full of affection and fun, once again earning the admiration and tenderness of internet users worldwide. The British press has even declared that Punch has fallen in love!, and his romantic adventures with Momo-chan continue to go viral on social media.