An albino buffalo that went viral for its resemblance to United States President Donald Trump is set to be sacrificed in Bangladesh during Eid al-Adha after drawing huge crowds and becoming a social media attraction ahead of the festival.
The nearly 700-kg buffalo, raised at a farm in Narayanganj near Dhaka, earned the nickname “Donald Trump” because of the blond tuft of hair falling across its forehead, which many compared to the US President’s signature hairstyle.
Farm owner Ziauddin Mridha said the animal had already been sold to a customer for sacrifice during Eid al-Adha, one of the most significant Islamic festivals marked by the ritual sacrifice of livestock.
“I am going to miss Donald Trump, but that is the core spirit of Eid al-Adha — making a sacrifice,” Mridha told news agency AFP.
The four-year-old albino buffalo became an internet sensation over the past few weeks, with visitors arriving daily to take selfies and videos with the unusually coloured animal. Many travelled from distant districts to see the buffalo, while children crowded outside the farm gates hoping for a glimpse.
Mridha said his younger brother came up with the nickname after noticing the buffalo’s flowing blond hair. He described the animal as gentle and calm by nature, adding that albino buffaloes are generally non-aggressive unless provoked.
The buffalo required special care, including four baths a day and multiple meals to maintain its health before Eid, according to the owner. However, he said the constant crowds and attention had also caused stress to the animal, leading to weight loss and restrictions on public viewing.
Livestock officials said albino buffaloes are extremely rare in Bangladesh because of a lack of melanin, giving them their pale skin, pinkish nose and light-coloured hair.
Bangladesh is preparing for Eid al-Adha later this month, when millions of animals are sacrificed across the Muslim-majority country. In recent years, unusually large or distinctive cattle have frequently gone viral during the festival season, often attracting crowds and celebrity-style nicknames.
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Published By:
Sahil Sinha
Published On:
May 23, 2026 08:18 IST
