Tourists visiting Bali’s Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary were left in disbelief when a curious macaque, later nicknamed Loco, snatched a smartphone and inadvertently streamed live on TikTok.
The incident occurred as a tourist prepared to take photos inside the sanctuary. The nimble monkey grabbed the device and scrambled up a tree, unintentionally unlocking the phone and launching a live broadcast that captured his antics from the treetops.
Viewers tuning into the unexpected livestream witnessed close-ups of fur, wide curious eyes, and glimpses of Bali’s lush canopy, accompanied by the chatter of other monkeys and tourists’ reactions. Within minutes, the stream went viral, attracting thousands of viewers and sparking widespread amusement.
Fans quickly embraced the macaque’s chaotic performance, dubbing him Loco. Memes featuring him with oversized sunglasses, fake sponsorships, and humorous livestream scenarios flooded social media. Some joked that he deserved his own verified account due to his unprecedented content creation skills.
The sanctuary reminded visitors that monkeys remain wild animals that require respect and caution, though the warning did little to slow the growing online fame. Loco’s antics have inspired global laughter, with clips spreading rapidly across TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter.
From a stolen phone to millions of screens worldwide, Loco has become a symbol of spontaneous joy, proving that sometimes the funniest stories are those no one could plan. The macaque continues to charm both wildlife enthusiasts and social media audiences alike.
