A rare albino buffalo nicknamed “Donald Trump” has become a sensation at Bangladesh’s national zoo due to its striking blond hair, drawing crowds and sparking debate over its unusual name.
A rare albino buffalo, affectionately dubbed “Donald Trump,” has captured the attention of visitors at Bangladesh’s national zoo. The animal’s distinctive blond tuft of hair has drawn comparisons to the former U.S. president’s signature hairstyle.
The buffalo first gained notoriety when a local farmer noticed its resemblance to Trump. A video showcasing the pale, horned creature quickly went viral on social media, leading to an influx of visitors to the farm located just outside Dhaka.
Originally, the buffalo was sold and intended for slaughter during Eid al-Adha, the Muslim “Feast of Sacrifice.” However, government officials intervened, ordering the animal’s transfer to the national zoo in the capital to ensure its safety.
Since its arrival at the zoo, the buffalo has become a major attraction, drawing large crowds and igniting discussions about its controversial nickname. Many visitors have embraced the comparison, with some noting the buffalo’s eyes, hairstyle, and skin color as reminiscent of Trump.
“There is a resemblance to Donald Trump in its eyes, hairstyle, and skin color,” said Mohammed Nasim, a student from Dhaka, in comments to the Associated Press. “And just as Donald Trump has a distinctive personality and lifestyle, this buffalo, after going viral, is now living a similar kind of life, enjoying a lot of attention and special treatment.”
Local media reports indicate that the exhibit initially featured a sign identifying the buffalo as “Donald Trump,” although this sign has since been removed. Following the animal’s rise to fame, the zoo’s curator was dismissed, though officials have not publicly clarified the reasons behind the termination.
As visitors flock to the enclosure, many have taken the opportunity to snap photos and videos of the increasingly famous buffalo. However, not everyone agrees with the animal’s name. Some local residents have expressed concerns about the appropriateness of naming a farm animal after a prominent political figure.
“Giving a farm animal the name of one of the world’s most influential leaders was certainly the wrong thing to do,” said local resident Mohammad Joynal Adedin, who visited the zoo to see the buffalo for himself. “It seems disrespectful. I think the farmer who did this made a poor decision.”
Despite the mixed reactions, the buffalo continues to draw attention, becoming a unique symbol of both admiration and controversy at the national zoo.
According to the Associated Press, the buffalo’s fame has sparked conversations about the intersection of culture, politics, and animal welfare in Bangladesh.