DHAKA — A rare albino buffalo with an uncanny resemblance to the iconic hairstyle of former U.S. President Donald Trump has become one of Bangladesh’s most unexpected viral sensations, attracting huge crowds to a farm near the capital as social media users rush to capture photos and videos of the unusual animal before its scheduled sacrifice during Eid al-Adha.
The 700-kilogram buffalo, named “Donald Trump,” is being raised at a farm in Narayanganj, just outside Dhaka, where visitors from across the country have been flocking daily to witness the rare animal whose thick golden-white hair strikingly mirrors the signature hairstyle associated with the American political figure. Farm owner Ziauddin Mirdha said the name was chosen by his younger brother purely because of the buffalo’s distinctive hair, joking that the similarities end there.
Livestock officials in Bangladesh confirmed that the buffalo’s pinkish-white skin and pale coloration are the result of an extremely rare form of albinism caused by severe melanin deficiency, making the animal exceptionally uncommon in South Asia. Experts say such cases are rarely documented in the country’s livestock sector, turning the buffalo into not only a viral attraction but also a biological curiosity.
Throughout May, the animal has dominated Bangladeshi social media feeds, with videos of its calm behavior, elegant appearance, and luxurious hair drawing millions of views online. Photography enthusiasts, influencers, families, and children continue arriving at the farm to see the animal in person, transforming the once-quiet rural property into a major public attraction.
Handlers have also developed a special grooming routine to maintain the buffalo’s appearance and protect it from Bangladesh’s intense summer heat. The animal is reportedly given cold baths four times a day while caretakers pour water over its head and carefully comb its smooth blond hair between its curved horns using a pink grooming brush. The striking scenes have further fueled online fascination, with many users describing it as “the most stylish buffalo in Bangladesh.”
Despite its growing fame and emotional connection with visitors, the buffalo’s future remains short-lived. Farm authorities confirmed that the rare animal is scheduled to be slaughtered within days as part of Eid al-Adha sacrifices, a central religious tradition observed by Muslims worldwide. The announcement has triggered widespread reactions online, where some users argue the buffalo should be preserved due to its rarity, while others defend the decision as part of longstanding religious and cultural practices.
The story of “Donald Trump” the buffalo has rapidly evolved beyond a local curiosity into an international talking point, symbolizing the powerful intersection of social media culture, rural life, religious tradition, and humanity’s fascination with rare natural phenomena. As crowds continue to gather outside the Narayanganj farm, the albino buffalo’s final days are unfolding under the spotlight of global viral attention.
Viral Albino Buffalo “Donald Trump” Draws Massive Crowds in Bangladesh Ahead of Eid Sacrifice
