In Dhaka, Bangladesh, a unique visitor is captivating the crowds at the national zoo. The new attraction, an albino buffalo named Donald Trump, boasts a striking golden mane and a robust 700-kilogram (1,500-pound) frame that has intrigued locals since his arrival last week.
This unusual creature gained notoriety after a farmer noticed the buffalo’s blond hair bore a striking resemblance to the well-known hairstyle of the former U.S. president. A video showcasing this pale, horned animal quickly gained popularity on social media, prompting a surge of visitors eager to witness the likeness firsthand at the farm near Dhaka.
Originally, the buffalo was destined for sacrifice during a Muslim festival. However, due to security concerns, authorities decided to relocate him to the zoo in the capital. Here, despite the sweltering heat, crowds continue to flock to catch a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind animal.
Onlookers gathered eagerly around the buffalo’s enclosure on Tuesday, capturing videos with their phones as fathers lifted their children onto their shoulders for a better view.
A zoo attendant ensured the buffalo was well taken care of, gently styling its hair and cooling it down with water sprays, while fans provided a refreshing breeze.
“There’s a striking resemblance to Donald Trump in its eyes, hairstyle, and skin tone,” observed Mohammed Nasim, a student from Dhaka. “Much like Donald Trump, who is known for his unique persona and lifestyle, this buffalo, after becoming an internet sensation, is now basking in attention and receiving special care.”
Local media reported that the exhibit initially included a sign that said “Donald Trump,” which has since been removed. The zoo curator was fired Saturday, though no official cause was given for the dismissal.
Some clearly found the naming in poor taste.
“Giving a farm animal the name of one of the world’s most influential leaders was certainly the wrong thing to do,” said Dhaka resident Mohammad Joynal Adedin, who visited the zoo to see the buffalo anyway. “It seems disrespectful. I think the farmer who did this made a poor decision.”
The buffalo was sold ahead of Eid al-Adha, the “Feast of Sacrifice.” When Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed ordered police to take the animal into custody, the authorities refunded the buyer.
“Since before Eid, I had been seeing posts on Facebook saying that ‘Donald Trump’ would be sacrificed. Later, I heard that instead of being sacrificed, it had been placed in a zoo,” said Mohammad Habibur Rahman, a visitor to the zoo from the southwestern Bangladeshi city of Jashore.
“So, I thought I would come to the zoo and see ‘Donald Trump’ for myself,” he said.
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