Want to get your own Punch, the monkey in Jacksonville? Here's where
IKEA is spreading some international cheer for an unlikely celebrity: Punch, the baby macaque who has captured hearts worldwide. The tiny monkey, abandoned at birth, became an internet sensation for his attachment to a stuffed orangutan that resembles IKEA's popular Djungelskog .
Earlier this week, IKEA donated a large collection of plush animals to Ichikawa City Zoo in Ichikawa, ensuring Punch and his fellow animals would have plenty of cuddly companions. On Feb. 17, Ichikawa City Mayor Ko Tanaka shared a photo on X with IKEA Japan President Petra Färe, showing the mountain of donated stuffed animals.
IKEA's global social media teams have also embraced the viral story. IKEA Spain posted an edited photo of Djungelskog hugging Punch, while IKEA Switzerland shared a similar photo featuring its Sandlöpare stuffed chimpanzee holding the orangutan toy.
Punch's story is a reminder of how a small act of comfort — in this case, a stuffed toy — can capture the world's attention. And for local fans in Jacksonville who want a Punch for themselves, the plush toy is available for purchase both in stores and online. Here's how much it costs and where to buy it.
Who is Punch the monkey?
Born at Ichikawa City Zoo on July 26, 2025, Punch was abandoned by his mother "as soon as he was born," according to a translation of the zoo's website. Zoo staff raised the monkey, giving him the stuffed orangutan to help him cope with loneliness.
New Punch video leaves fans heartbroken
A more recent video of Punch has caused some distress among animal lovers . In the video, posted Feb. 19, Punch is approached by a larger, adult monkey that drags him on the ground in circles before Punch can run to cover, taking shelter with his stuffed animal. In a statement shared Feb. 20 to X, Ichikawa City Zoo said the adult monkey was likely the mother of another baby monkey in the enclosure that Punch unsuccessfully tried to communicate with earlier. She could have been annoyed with Punch, which upset her.
But the zoo told Punch fans not to worry.
"While Punch is scolded, he shows resilience and mental strength. When you observe these disciplinary behaviors from other troop members toward Punch, when he tries to communicate with them, we would like you to support Punch's efforts, rather than feel sorry for him," the zoo's statement reads.
Where to buy the viral orangutan stuffed animal in Jacksonville. How much is it?
IKEA's Djungelskog , which appears to be the same stuffed orangutan loved by Punch, is available for $20 at IKEA stores and on the IKEA website .
Where is IKEA in Jacksonville?
Address: 7801 Gate Parkway, Jacksonville, Fla.
This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Is Punch, the monkey for sale in Jacksonville's IKEA? How much is it?
