In one of the most heartbreaking scenes ever captured, baby monkey Martin went through unbearable pain when Rana, an older and aggressive monkey, attacked him repeatedly. The shocking event unfolded over just eight minutes, but every second was filled with fear, tears, and cries that tore through the quiet forest. Martin, the innocent and playful little one, had only been exploring near the troop when Rana suddenly turned violent.
Without any clear reason, Rana began chasing Martin. The poor baby tried to run and hide behind a branch, but Rana was faster and more powerful. She grabbed Martin by the tail and bit him hard, causing the little one to scream in agony. His tiny voice echoed across the area — a sound that broke the hearts of anyone watching. It didn’t stop there. Rana bit his tail again and again, six painful times within eight unbearable minutes. Martin’s tears rolled down his face as he twisted and tried to escape, but his cries only seemed to make Rana angrier.
The other monkeys stood nearby, watching nervously. Some mothers made alarm calls, but none dared to challenge Rana, who was known for her fiery temper. Martin’s mother rushed over, trying to pull him away, but Rana refused to let go immediately. It was chaos — the sound of crying, shrieking, and fear filled the air. Finally, Martin managed to wriggle free, trembling from head to toe, his tail swollen and bleeding slightly. He ran straight into his mother’s arms, clinging to her fur tightly as if begging never to be left alone again.
The mother gently groomed his wounds, licking the bitten tail while whispering soft cooing sounds to calm him down. Martin’s eyes were wide, still wet from crying, and his body shook from shock. The pain was visible, but so was the comfort of his mother’s embrace. It was a moment of sadness and relief — sadness for the cruelty he endured, and relief that he survived.
This pitiful moment shows how harsh life in the monkey troop can be, especially for the young ones. Power struggles, jealousy, and dominance often lead to aggression, and little Martin became the helpless victim this time. Hopefully, with his mother’s care, he will recover soon — both from the wounds and the fear that Rana’s cruel bites left behind.
