The Mournful Ballad Of Punch The Monkey | Defector
A seven-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch, abandoned by his mother at birth, formed an emotional attachment to an IKEA stuffed orangutan toy as a substitute for maternal comfort and security.
Since 1990, there have been numerous documented animal escapes from zoos, showcasing the desire for freedom among these creatures. The data catalogued by Born Free USA provides insights into these events.