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Vervet Monkeys Roam St. Louis: Search Efforts Intensify

1/13/2026

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Several vervet monkeys remain unaccounted in St. Louis, Missouri, after sightings near O’Fallon Park.
The health department confirmed at least one monkey is present, with initial reports of four.
Misinformation, including fake AI-generated images, is hindering the search.
Animal control works with St. Louis Zoo experts to locate and safely capture the monkeys for transfer to a certified exotic animal facility.
Residents should avoid the monkeys because they are unpredictable.

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Story summary

Several vervet monkeys remain unaccounted in St. Louis, Missouri, after sightings near O’Fallon Park.
The health department confirmed at least one monkey is present, with initial reports of four.
Misinformation, including fake AI-generated images, is hindering the search.
Animal control works with St. Louis Zoo experts to locate and safely capture the monkeys for transfer to a certified exotic animal facility.
Residents should avoid the monkeys because they are unpredictable.