Two More Coconut Picking Macaques Rescued

Two more intelligent animals have been rescued and are out of the coconut industry for good.

Last week, our team returned from Koh Samui after rescuing two Northern pig-tailed macaques from lives in captivity and on chains. One of the macaques, Bang, was in a particularly terrible condition, with a metal collar embedded in his neck.

Both boys now have the chance to begin a new chapter at Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (WFFT). We are grateful to the former owners for surrendering Bang and Nui Nui, giving both macaques the opportunity to leave the coconut industry behind for good.

Meet Bang and Nui Nui

Bang is around 10 years old and has endured a life of exploitation. A thick metal collar had become embedded in his neck, requiring urgent veterinary attention.

Nui Nui’s exact age is uncertain. His previous owner reported that he is around seven years old, but we suspect he may be considerably older.

For now, both boys are safe at WFFT and receiving the care they need, including a health check and veterinary care.

In Thailand, pig-tailed macaques continue to be exploited to harvest coconuts. These intelligent, social animals are often taken from the wild, subjected to harsh training and deprived of the freedom to live naturally. They may spend years chained or restrained.

The effects of this exploitation can last long after an animal is rescued. Macaques are highly social animals, but those who have endured prolonged isolation can struggle to form relationships with others of their own kind. Each individual needs time, patience and appropriate care to adjust to a new life.

For Bang and Nui Nui, their rescue is only the beginning.

Help End Coconut Monkey Abuse

WFFT is working to end the exploitation of macaques in Thailand’s coconut industry.

Rescued macaques need safe enclosures where they can begin to adjust to their new lives, veterinary treatment, nutritious food and dedicated care. They also need time to overcome their trauma and to develop natural behaviours and, where possible, build relationships with other macaques.

The journey ahead for Bang and Nui Nui may be a long one, but they are now safe and have the chance to experience a very different life.

Please help us give Bang, Nui Nui and other rescued macaques the future they deserve. Every donation makes a difference and helps us continue rescuing animals from the coconut industry.

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