The monkeys, far from being innocent, had been cunningly trained to act as bait. Each monkey had been taught to steal valuable items from unsuspecting tourists, drawing them into the jungle with their seemingly harmless antics.
What appeared to be innocent behavior was actually part of a cruel trap. In return for their “work,” the monkeys were rewarded with scraps of food. These treats kept them compliant and loyal, their roles in the scheme maintained through bribery.