An albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" has become a viral social-media star on farms near Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The animal's sudden popularity highlights the intersection of global political imagery and local cultural traditions during the lead-up to Eid al-Adha. Visitors have flocked to the farms to take photographs and selfies with the rare creature.
Owners said the bull was given its name because its flowing blond hair resembles the signature look of the former U.S. president [1, 3]. The animal weighs 700 kilograms [1].
Reports on the exact number of animals involved vary. Some accounts mention only the single albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" [2], while other reports said that two albino buffaloes are drawing crowds, including another animal nicknamed "Benjamin Netanyahu" [2, 4].
Despite its current status as a celebrity attraction, the buffalo is being prepared for sacrifice as part of the traditional Eid al-Adha holiday rituals [1, 2]. The event has drawn large crowds to the rural areas surrounding the capital city [2, 4].
“An albino buffalo nicknamed "Donald Trump" has become a viral social-media star”
The phenomenon demonstrates how internet culture and political recognition can transform livestock into temporary landmarks. By associating a rare biological trait—albinism in cattle—with a globally recognized political figure, the owners increased the animal's visibility and commercial appeal ahead of a major religious holiday.
