"The driver had a baby monkey attached - or clenched - on his person. That's something you don't see every day," said Modera CHP spokesperson Sergio Moreno.
"Spider monkeys are illegal. You cannot possess them," stated Madera County Animal Services Director Amy Toler, emphasizing their endangered status and illegal ownership in California.
"This is not where they should be. You know, we should not be caring for these animals. They need to be in the wild with nature, with their own species," Toler added.
The infant male monkey was first taken to the Madera Animal Shelter, where it snacked on mushed bananas with two separate spoons, showcasing its adorable behavior.
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