The story of an abandoned 6-month-old monkey at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan has made the internet emotional. But what has captivated fans worldwide is little Punch’s attachment to his small orangutan plush toy that he carries and cuddles for comfort. Posts were also shared of Punch looking defeated with his plush toy next to him. By Feb. 6, Punch had gradually made connections and interactions with the troop of monkeys, the zoo shared on X. Ikea has even expressed their adoration by posting a photo of the orangutan plush toy, or what the company calls “Punch’s comfort orangutan,” that is available at their store.

Source: Punch February 20, 2026 03:12 UTC