An Apopka homeowner says the Rhesus monkey has been playing in his backyard.

  • Reports of Rhesus monkey in Apopka first started in April
  • Homeowners says it's been hanging out near his house the last few days
  • FWC says do not approach it or feed it, and report any sightings
  • RELATED: FWC searching for rhesus monkey spotted in Apopka

The monkey was spotted this weekend hanging out at the home on Waterbeach Court.

The monkey was first spotted back in April, and since then it's been spotted around the area. 

But Luis Mejias, who caught video of the monkey on his fence, says it's been hanging around his home the past few days and he's concerned about letting his kids play in the yard.

"Ever since the rumor, with a monkey in our backyard, my kids haven't come out, no dogs out or anything," Mejias said. "We're kind of just walking on eggshells right now. If the monkey's out there, we're not out there."

Florida Fish and Wildlife says Rhesus monkeys are normally found in parts of the Middle East, in India and China.

Many were released into Silver Springs State Park back in the 1930s and have spread to parts of Central Florida.

So far, there’s no indication wildlife officials are actively searching or attempting to trap the monkey.

FWC says people who see the monkey should not approach or feed it, and report any sightings to the agency to assist them in evaluating the situation, which FWC says it takes very seriously.

The number to report any monkey sightings is 888-483-4681.

If you are bitten or scratched, wash the wound immediately and seek medical attention, according to CDC guidelines.