Google has rolled out a heart-burst Easter egg that activates when you search “Punch the Monkey”, celebrating the viral Japanese baby macaque with an animated burst of hearts.

This interactive feature is a nod to the overwhelming digital footprint left by the 7-month-old resident of Japan’s Ichikawa City Zoo.

Punch, a baby monkey at a Japanese zoo has become a viral sensation, now with a Google Easter egg. Simply type "Punch the monkey" in the search bar for an adorable treat!

The world is going gaga over a seven-month-old Japanese macaque named Punch. This primate, who was abandoned by his mother, has spurred thousands of videos online, a surge in the sale of an IKEA toy, ...

A simple search for ‘Punch the Monkey’ now triggers a heart-filled animation, celebrating the viral baby macaque who has ...

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