It was a heartbreaking scene in the troop. Tiny baby Alba, still so young and fragile, experienced a moment that left her trembling and deeply afraid.
An aggressive outburst from Anna, an older monkey in the group, came suddenly. Alba had done nothing wrong—just being close was enough to trigger the confrontation. In an instant, the little one was overwhelmed. Her body froze, her breath quickened, and fear took over completely.
She let out a loud cry, high-pitched and desperate, echoing the emotional pain she couldn’t understand or explain. Her tiny body showed signs of stress, and she clung to the ground as if unsure where safety could be found.
A caretaker nearby noticed right away. With calm hands and a soft voice, they gently picked her up, holding her close to check for injuries and offer comfort. Alba nestled into the arms, still whimpering softly, her face pressed against the caregiver’s chest.
These moments remind us how sensitive and emotional baby monkeys truly are. They feel fear, confusion, and sadness—just like human children. When exposed to aggressive behavior, especially from within their group, it can be deeply traumatizing.
