Baby pygmy hippos

Meet Moo Deng: The Baby Hippo Stealing Hearts and Snacks!

Moo Deng, the adorable baby pygmy hippo from Thailand, is taking the internet by storm! Find out why this little cutie is your new obsession!

Introducing Moo Deng, the 2-month-old baby pygmy hippo sloshing her way to internet fame from the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand! With her chubby cheeks and adorable tummy rolls, Moo Deng isn't just your average baby hippo - she's an absolute sensation! Since the zoo shared videos of her scarfing down snacks, getting squeaky clean in her shower, and curiously nibbling on leaves (even without any teeth!), animal lovers and meme makers around the world are head over heels for this wet, cuddly creature.

Moo Deng’s antics have resonated with audiences far beyond Thailand, echoing the earlier craze over Fiona, a hippo from Ohio that captured hearts years ago. But while Fiona was a solo act, Moo Deng has upped the ante by bouncing onto TikTok, where her toothless chewing and playful nature are causing quite a stir! People can't resist sharing her cute moments, making her the flavor of the week and quite possibly the new queen of social media feeds. It feels like everyone is smiling at the sight of this little bouncy pig, and we can't blame them one bit!

Of course, with fame comes its own set of concerns. The zoo has seen a significant rise in visitors by at least 30%, bringing in a crowd eager to catch a glimpse of Moo Deng in action. However, this surge in popularity has prompted worries from her keepers about the stress it could impose on the little hippo. The director of the zoo is advocating for a balanced approach to ensure Moo Deng enjoys her life just as much as she entertains the world. After all, no baby hippo should ever be so famous that they forget how to be a hippo!

As this little star continues to shine, her journey reminds us all of the joy and laughter animals can bring into our daily lives. Did you know that pygmy hippos are much smaller than the common hippo, weighing in at just around 275-600 pounds when fully grown? And although Moo Deng is destined to grow bigger, she will remain one of the smallest hippo species, preserving her cuteness for years to come!