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Escaped monkey returns to Highland Wildlife Park enclosure
Search teams are using thermal-imaging drones as keepers warn the macaque is not dangerous but should not be approached.
Honshu, a seven-year-old Japanese macaque who escaped from the Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig, Scotland, was safely recaptured after five days on the loose.
The monkey was spotted in a local resident's garden eating bird food before animal care teams successfully tranquilized him with a dart.
Thermal imaging drones operated by search crews played a critical role in tracking the primate's movements across the surrounding countryside.
Park officials confirmed that Honshu was brought back to the facility, examined by veterinary staff, and reported to be in good health.
The escaped macaque is being gradually reintroduced to his enclosure following a brief isolation period to ensure his safe return to the troop.