Thai authorities in Lopburi use baited cages to capture and relocate overpopulated wild monkeys.

Thai town battles marauding monkeys with baited cages and relocation plan. Authorities in Lopburi, central Thailand, initiated an offensive using trickery and favorite fruits to capture overpopulated wild monkeys. The first stage of the plan involves baiting cages, allowing the monkeys to grow accustomed to them and then trapping them when they approach for food. Captured monkeys will be sent to other locations.