OMG! Drop Off Baby in Deep Pool, As Stolen by Young Foster — Very Cold, Almost Drown in Short Time
It was a shocking and heartbreaking moment that left the entire troop of monkeys in a state of panic. A young baby monkey, barely strong enough to climb, was suddenly dropped into a deep pool of cold water—an accident that nearly cost the baby its life. The incident unfolded so quickly, and it all began with a young foster monkey who had taken the baby from its mother while no one was watching.
The mother, a gentle and experienced macaque named Tika, had been grooming another troop member just a few feet away. Her baby, whom she lovingly called Nino, was known for being quiet and calm. But that day, curiosity turned into danger. A young female foster monkey named Kima, who had recently shown unusual interest in other babies, sneaked over and picked Nino up. At first, it seemed harmless—foster monkeys often help with caretaking in the troop. However, Kima was too young, inexperienced, and unaware of the risks around her.
Kima carried little Nino to the edge of a nearby pond, which was unusually full due to recent heavy rains. The water was deep, murky, and icy cold. With her playful nature, Kima likely didn’t realize the danger, and within moments, she clumsily dropped Nino into the water. The splash was loud, and immediately, Nino’s tiny body vanished beneath the surface. The chill of the pool was enough to send a shock through the baby’s system—too cold, too sudden, and far too deep for a fragile infant.
Screams rang out from the surrounding trees. Tika turned instantly and rushed to the pool’s edge, panic written across her face. Other troop members began calling out, pacing nervously, unsure of how to help. For a few terrifying seconds, there was no sign of Nino—just ripples in the water and the gasping cries of the mother.
Then, a small, shivering hand broke the surface. Nino was trying to stay afloat, his eyes wide with fear, his tiny body trembling from the cold. It was clear he wouldn’t last much longer. The water was far too deep, and the chill was sinking into his bones. In the wild, a few minutes in such cold water can lead to shock, or worse—drowning.
With no hesitation, Tika jumped in. Despite her fear, her only thought was saving her baby. She paddled through the icy water, reached Nino quickly, and pulled him close. His limbs were weak, and his breathing was shallow, but he was still alive. Tika clutched him tightly, wrapping her arms and body around him to warm him as she swam back to land.
Once on solid ground, Tika immediately began grooming and warming Nino, her lips softly pressing against his face while she made gentle grunts to calm him. Other troop members gathered around, watching quietly, some showing concern for the soaked and shivering infant. Kima, unaware of the full danger she had caused, stayed to the side—confused, unsure whether she had done something wrong.
Thankfully, after a few long minutes, Nino began to breathe normally again. He coughed, then whimpered softly, burying his face in Tika’s chest. She held him as close as possible, not letting go for the rest of the day. The troop slowly moved on, but the memory of that terrifying moment stayed with everyone.
This incident is a powerful reminder of how quickly things can turn dangerous in the wild. Even among intelligent and social animals like monkeys, accidents happen. Young fosters like Kima may have good intentions, but without experience, they can put others at great risk.
In the end, Nino survived because of his mother’s fast response and deep love. But it was a chilling experience—both literally and emotionally—that no one in the troop will soon forget.
