A white buffalo in Bangladesh, famous for resembling U.S. President Donald Trump, has dramatically escaped slaughter just before it was to be sacrificed. The local government halted the slaughter due to "excessive public interest and safety concerns."
According to the UK’s Daily Mail on May 28, the buffalo, weighing 750 kilograms, gained attention online while living on a farm near the capital, Dhaka.
With its blonde-like forelock and pink skin, the buffalo became popular on social media, with local residents even naming it "Donald Trump."
The so-called "Trump" buffalo was slated to be sacrificed for Eid al-Adha, the largest Islamic holiday. However, as photos and videos circulated on social media, visitors flocked to see the buffalo, prompting the Bangladeshi government to intervene.
According to reports, Interior Minister Salahuddin Ahmed ordered the buffalo to be excluded from the sacrifice due to security concerns, and refunds were issued to the buyer. The buffalo is expected to be relocated to the National Zoo in Dhaka.
A representative from the Interior Ministry explained to local media, "We decided to halt the slaughter considering the unusually high public interest and safety."
The buffalo's owner stated, "My brother jokingly started calling it Trump because of its hairstyle," adding that albino buffaloes are generally known for their gentle nature.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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