A rare albino buffalo in Bangladesh, nicknamed “Donald Trump” because of its blond tuft, has been spared from Eid al-Adha sacrifice after a last-minute government intervention.
The nearly 700-kg animal had already been sold for ritual slaughter when authorities stepped in. Officials cited security concerns and a sharp rise in public interest ahead of the Eid festival.
Bangladesh Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed ordered that the buffalo should not be sacrificed. He also directed officials to refund the buyer and move the animal to the national zoo in Dhaka.
A Home Ministry official said the decision was taken at the last moment because of security concerns and the unusual level of public attention around the animal.
The buffalo became a national talking point after videos of it went viral on social media. Large crowds began visiting the farm to see the animal’s blond fringe and calm behavior.
Farm owner Ziauddin Mridha said the nickname came from his younger brother, who noticed the resemblance.
Mridha said the buffalo is unusually gentle and requires special care, including frequent feeding and regular baths.
Albino buffaloes are rare in Bangladesh, where most cattle are dark colored. That made the animal stand out during the busy Eid livestock season.
However, it was the viral nickname and public attention that appear to have saved the buffalo’s life.
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