LOS ANGELES – In an unusual twist on election predictions, Thailand’s viral baby hippo Moo Deng has “predicted” a victory for Donald Trump in the upcoming 2024 US presidential election.

Khao Kheow Zoo in Chonburi province created a playful scene on Monday, inviting Moo Deng to choose between two watermelons, each carved with the name of a candidate — Trump and his opponent, Kamala Harris.

The baby hippo’s choice to eat the watermelon marked with Trump’s name quickly went viral after a video of the event was shared on the New York Post’s Twitter account, sparking amusement and surprise online.

Moo Deng: Thailand’s social media sensation

Since her debut, Moo Deng has become an internet phenomenon. Her name, which means “bouncy pig” in Thai, was chosen by fans through a social media poll.

Zookeeper Atthapon Nundee regularly shares adorable clips of her energetic antics, which have gone viral on social media. Her popularity led to an increase in zoo visitors, with thousands flocking to catch a glimpse of the tiny hippo.

The influx of Moo Deng fans has driven Khao Kheow Open Zoo weekday attendance from about 800 visitors to more than 4,000. Over the weekend, attendance swelled from 3,000 to more than 10,000, creating crowd control challenges as fans line up to catch a glimpse of the little hippo.

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This article is based on reports from the New York Post and additional information about Moo Deng’s rise to fame in Thailand.