Mu Deng is turning down fame.
Viral pygmy hippo has received millions of views From fans online who can’t get over her beauty – but in real life, she’s been a naughty girl.
A video shot inside months-old Moo Daeng’s enclosure at Thailand’s Chonburi Zoo in late September showed a ferocious female charging at her caretaker while he attempted to tie her down with a hose.
However the small, stocky but cute animal managed to push the larger man off – while holding onto his leg and refusing to let go.
A video of the incident was uploaded to the widely popular Moo Deng fan page – where it rapidly get Over 6 million views.
Commenting on the widely circulated video, one person accused the animal of being “kind of mean.” According to Daily Mail,
Another user commented, “The child is always choosing violence.”
“She is so brave,” wrote another.
Moo Deng has become a pop culture phenomenon – her fame was even addressed Recent “Saturday Night Live” Weekend Update segments,
Humor aside, here’s how the zoo team expressed concern over Visitors’ behavior has deteriorated due to fame,
Some fans have thrown things at the hippo to wake it up for the perfect photo, while others have sprayed water on it.
“These practices are not only cruel but also dangerous,” said zoo director Narongwit Chodchoi.
“We must protect these animals and ensure they have a safe and comfortable environment.”
