Drone footage locates monkey on the run after escaping Highlands zoo

Experts searching for a monkey which escaped from a wildlife park three days ago have been able to follow his progress using drones. Keepers said that the Japanese macaque is making his way closer to the Highland Wildlife Park which he left on Sunday after finding a way out of his enclosure. With help from BH Wildlife Consultancy, they were able to follow the macaque for 45 minutes on Tuesday using drones. However, he was not in a position from which they could retrieve him. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and m