The Sunday read: a day with Punch the monkey’s Djungelskog toy - podcast
The story follows a baby monkey, Punch, who has gained viral fame for his bond with a plush toy, leading to a global demand for the toy.
She designed the viral Ikea monkey: 'It was really my baby'
Ann-Cathrine Sigrid Ståhlberg, the designer of the popular Ikea monkey plush toy, reflects on its unexpected success and emotional significance.
Lisa Magnusson: The World’s Loneliest Baby Monkey Unites People – Almost
The story of Punch, the world’s loneliest baby monkey, has captured the hearts of many as he finds momentary companionship amidst his struggles at a zoo in Japan.
Abandoned Baby Monkey Fell in Love with an Ikea Stuffed Animal – This is What Ikea Commented
The sales of Ikea's orange orangutan stuffed animal have surged in Finland and several other countries due to a viral phenomenon involving an abandoned baby monkey named Punch.
PICTURES: The sadly fated Japanese monkey baby found friends
A baby Japanese macaque named Punch, abandoned and bullied in a zoo in Japan, has captured the hearts of millions worldwide through viral videos.
Baby monkey became an internet sensation: his favorite toy is no longer on store shelves
A baby macaque named Punch has gone viral after being photographed seeking comfort in a stuffed orangutan toy in a Japanese zoo, raising concerns about the treatment of animals in captivity.
Baby Japanese monkey goes viral after getting a stuffed 'friend'
Punch, a baby Japanese monkey abandoned by its mother, has gone viral on social media after being photographed with a stuffed orangutan, which was provided by caregivers to help him build strength and confidence.
Punch the monkey’s stuffed orangutan from Ikea sold out in stores
A stuffed orangutan from Ikea has sold out in Canada after being featured with Punch, a baby macaque at a Japanese zoo, who gained popularity through social media.
After viral success: Ikea stuffed animal sold expensively on Vinted
Ikea's stuffed animal called Punch has gained immense popularity due to its connection with a baby monkey in Japan, driving up demand and resale prices.
Baby monkey rejected by its mother in Japan: an animal rights association requests its transfer to a more natural environment
An animal rights association has called for the transfer of a baby monkey, abandoned by its mother and harassed in a Japanese zoo, to a more natural habitat due to its distressing situation.
More Empathy
The story of Punch, a rejected baby monkey, has garnered significant attention on social media, highlighting issues of empathy and artificial companionship.
The lonely baby monkey went viral. Now the stuffed animal it carries is sold out in several countries.
A baby monkey named Punch, raised by zoo staff after being abandoned, has become an internet sensation, leading to the sell-out of the soft orangutan toy he carries.
Monkey Punch Moves the World. Critics Discuss Who Profits from the Abandoned Baby with a Plush Toy
A viral video of a baby Japanese macaque, Punch, caring for a plush toy has sparked both adoration and criticism regarding the ethical treatment of animals in captivity.
The story behind Punch, the viral stuffed monkey that moves the world
Punch, a baby Japanese monkey abandoned by its mother, is thriving at a zoo in Ichikawa, Japan, thanks to a supportive stuffed toy provided by specialists.
The Story of This Little Monkey in Japan Will Make You Emotional
A baby monkey named Punch, born in Ichikawa City Zoo, struggles with loneliness after being abandoned by his mother at birth.
Baby monkey rejected by mother at zoo in Japan touches hearts; experts reassure – this happens in the animal world
A baby monkey named Punch in a Japanese zoo has gained international attention after his mother rejected him shortly after birth, prompting caretakers to provide him with vital care.
The tragedy of Punch the monkey: why do mother animals abandon their offspring?
Punch, a baby monkey in Japan, has garnered attention online after being abandoned by his mother and bullied by other monkeys at Ichikawa zoo, finding solace in a stuffed toy.
Baby Monkey Wrapped in Soft Toy Becomes Internet Star, Now Offered 2 Crores to Buy
A baby monkey's emotional journey has made it a social media sensation, leading to an influencer offering around 2 crores for its purchase.
Baby Punch was attacked by a macaque and ran to hug his stuffed 'mom'
Punch, a viral baby orangutan, was attacked by an adult monkey but managed to escape and seek comfort from his stuffed toy mother.
Sales of Ikea Teddy Bear Surge After Story of Abandoned Monkey Baby
Sales of an Ikea teddy bear have skyrocketed internationally following a heartwarming story of a baby macaque named Punch who has bonded with the toy after being rejected by its mother.
No Longer Alone! The Viral Baby Monkey Finds Family-like Love
A baby monkey named Punch, previously seen clinging to a soft toy, has found affection from an adult monkey, changing his story of loneliness.
Japan: the story of Punch, the baby monkey from the zoo who takes his stuffed animal everywhere
Punch, a baby Japanese macaque, has become a sensation at a Tokyo zoo, carrying his stuffed orangutan everywhere after being abandoned by his mother.
Baby Monkey Frozen Out - Now He Has Gained Friends
A baby monkey named Punch, abandoned by his mother, has begun to make friends at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan after initially struggling for acceptance.
It's a Fact: Rejected Baby Monkey 'Adopts' Stuffed Orangutan in Japanese Zoo; Watch
A rejected baby monkey at a zoo in Japan has formed a bond with a stuffed orangutan following the loss of its mother.
An Innocent Monkey Searching for Its Mother in a Toy... The Backstory Has Moved People!
A baby monkey named Panch, who was separated from his mother at birth, has captured hearts online as he searches for maternal affection in a toy.
Fans flock to Japan zoo to see viral baby monkey Punch
A baby macaque named Punch, who gained fame online, is attracting numerous visitors to Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan after being abandoned by its mother.
Abandoned baby monkey Punch dragged by older macaque in heartbreaking video
A touching video shows an abandoned baby macaque named Punch being dragged by an adult macaque while he clings to his stuffed animal surrogate, highlighting his struggles to connect with other monkeys at the Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan.
Dozens of fans flock to Japan zoo to see viral baby monkey Punch
Fans have gathered in large numbers at a zoo in Japan to see Punch, a baby monkey who has gone viral.
Guests flock to Japanese zoo to see baby monkey from social media
Guests are flocking to a zoo in Ichikawa, Japan, to see a baby macaque named Punch who gained popularity on social media after being abandoned by its mother.
The baby monkey was abandoned by its mother. Now it has gone viral
A baby macaque named Punch, abandoned by its mother, has become a viral sensation as visitors flock to the Ichikawa Zoo near Tokyo to see it clinging to a toy orangutan.
Zoo clarifies viral video of monkey dragged by an adult monkey
An abandoned baby Japanese monkey named Punch has drawn attention after a viral video showed him being dragged by an adult monkey, prompting a response from the zoo to clarify the situation.
The rejected Japanese baby monkey that hugged an IKEA plush toy and became a global phenomenon
A baby monkey named Punch, abandoned by its mother, has gained global popularity after being seen embracing an IKEA plush toy at a Japanese zoo.
An abandoned baby monkey was found in a Japanese zoo, but now it's doing well
A baby Japanese macaque found abandoned at the Ichikawa Zoo in Japan has been thriving under the care of zookeepers and has become a significant attraction.
Japanese monkey became a billboard for Ikea
A baby Japanese macaque named Punch, abandoned by his mother, has formed a viral bond with Ikea's stuffed animal 'Djungelskog', drawing attention to the brand.
Punch-kun: The story of the baby monkey who was abandoned and found comfort with a stuffed animal
Punch-kun, a baby monkey abandoned by his mother, has touched the hearts of many after finding solace in a stuffed animal in Mexico.
Heartbroken baby monkey abandoned by his mum only has a cuddly toy for company
An abandoned baby monkey named Punch has formed a deep bond with a cuddly toy after being orphaned at birth, capturing the hearts of animal lovers worldwide.
A baby monkey abandoned by its mother replaced her with a teddy bear
Punch, a 6-month-old baby monkey at Ichikawa Zoo in Japan, has captured hearts worldwide due to his attachment to a plush orangutan toy after being abandoned by his mother.
An orphaned monkey baby found a 'foster mother' - watch the heartwarming video
An orphaned monkey named Punch has found a 'foster mother', as shown in a touching video that has resonated with people globally.
Orphaned baby monkey finds comfort in stuffed animal after being abandoned by mother at birth
A baby monkey at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan is gaining attention for his bond with a stuffed toy after being abandoned by his mother at birth, leading to large crowds of visitors.
Heartwarming Turn: The Internet's Favorite Monkey Punch Has Found Real Companions Instead of a Stuffed Toy
A baby monkey named Punch, who became an internet sensation, has found a real monkey family at the Ichikawa Zoo after previously being paired with a stuffed animal for comfort.