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.

Born in July 2025, Panchi-kun–known internationally as Punch–is a Japanese macaque who was abandoned by his mother shortly ...

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!