Pygmy hippo makes a big splash

There’s a new four-legged superstar on the scene, and this compelling creature has captured as much attention as any celebrity on two legs. Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippopotamus in Thailand, has become a global internet sensation, racking up millions of views as zookeepers post videos of her antics. Translated from Thai, Moo Deng means “bouncy pork”—a fitting name for a spunky hippo who shines in the spotlight. Moo Deng was born on July 10 to parents Tony and Jona at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo, outside Bangkok, Thailand. She has six older siblings, including a brother named Moo Toon (stewed pork) and a half-sister, Moo Waan (sweet pork). After the zoo introduced Moo Deng to the world by sharing photos and videos online, zookeeper Atthapon Nundee noticed a significant…

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