Monkeys, memes and mystery: Did St. Louis’ viral primates ever really exist? AI-generated images, expert analysis, and one verified sighting have become one of St. Louis’ strangest viral moments.

This news article explores the viral phenomenon of monkeys in St. Louis, examining the mix of real sightings, AI-generated images, and the resulting confusion. Experts weigh in on the difficulty of distinguishing real from fake images in the age of AI.