It was a scene that touched every heart watching. Newborn baby Julina, only just beginning her life, reached out to her mother Jade—seeking warmth, milk, and protection. But what came next left everyone in shock.
Without any warning, Jade turned and bit Julina sharply. It was a strong and unexpected reaction. Julina cried out immediately—her tiny voice full of pain, fear, and confusion. She didn’t understand. She had done nothing wrong. All she wanted was to be close to her mother.
Witnesses could hardly believe it. Why would a mother harm her newborn?
In the world of monkeys, maternal behavior can sometimes be unpredictable. Some mothers, especially first-timers or those under stress, may not bond properly with their infants. Past trauma, troop pressure, or even illness can lead to this heartbreaking behavior. Still, no baby deserves this pain.
Julina lay still for a moment after the bite, her body trembling, her cry quiet but full of sorrow. It felt like a million tears fell from the hearts of those watching—feeling powerless, wishing they could comfort her.
Thankfully, caregivers stepped in. They gently picked up Julina, cleaned her wound, and offered her warmth and calm. The baby clung tightly to the soft touch, slowly relaxing, though the emotional hurt would take longer to heal.
