"Donald Trump" Buffalo Spared from Sacrifice

A rare albino buffalo in Bangladesh nicknamed “Donald Trump” because of the light tuft of hair on its head has been spared from slaughter after becoming a national attraction.

The nearly 700-kilogram buffalo was raised on a farm in Narayanganj, near Dhaka, and drew crowds of visitors after photos of the animal spread on social media. Its pale fur and distinctive hair led the owner’s family to give it the nickname of the US president.

The buffalo had been sold ahead of Eid al-Adha, when animals are traditionally sacrificed as part of the Muslim holiday. Its planned slaughter drew public attention because of its unusual appearance and popularity.

According to the farm’s owner, Ziauddin Mirda, the buffalo was calm, gentle and required special care, including frequent washing and increased feeding.

After the case drew wider attention, Bangladeshi authorities stepped in and prevented the animal from being slaughtered. The move effectively turned the buffalo from a holiday sacrifice into a protected local curiosity.

The buffalo had become one of the most talked-about animals in the country during the holiday season, with visitors traveling from across Bangladesh to see it up close.