Yuji, a six-week-old patas monkey born on March 3 at the Guadalajara Zoo in Jalisco, Mexico, is winning hearts on social media after being spotted clinging to a plush toy for comfort. Following maternal rejection, Yuji is being hand-raised by zoo staff, who provided the stuffed toy to mimic maternal care. Veterinarian Ivan Reynoso noted that this behavior is completely natural, as baby monkeys rely on their mothers for security. Yuji is receiving round-the-clock care, including a diet of formula and vitamins, and weighs just over 400 grams at birth. As he matures, the plush toy will be gradually removed to promote his independence. His story has drawn comparisons to Punch, a Japanese macaque who went viral earlier this year for similar behavior, leading local outlets to nickname Yuji 'Punch tapatío.'