On camera, UP man beats baby monkey with stick, throws it in swamp

At Bambelela, we often get comments like "give the baby monkey to me" or "let it go back to the wild". But here's the truth: these babies are victims of the illegal wildlife trade or injury, and need our help to survive. Monkeys don't make good pets - they're wild animals with complex needs that can't be met in a home. They're strong and can be aggressive, Plus, keeping them as pets fuels wildlife trafficking. We rescue, rehabilitate, and release – but first, we provide expert care in a safe env