Viral Baby Hippo Moo Deng Faces Safety Concerns Amid Rising Popularity

The Thai zoo has implemented new measures to protect the endangered pygmy hippo from overzealous visitors.

Moo Deng, a two-month-old pygmy hippopotamus, has gained millions of fans worldwide through viral social media videos.
Visitors have been flocking to Khao Kheow Open Zoo, causing a significant increase in attendance, especially on weekends.
The zoo has reported incidents of visitors throwing objects and splashing water at Moo Deng to get her attention, prompting safety concerns.
To protect Moo Deng, the zoo has limited viewing times to five minutes per group and installed CCTV cameras around her enclosure.
Zoo officials have warned of potential legal action against anyone mistreating the baby hippo, emphasizing the need to ensure her well-being.