Forget the polls, forget the experts: there’s a new oracle in town, and it’s a hippopotamus. Yes, you read that correctly. Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippopotamus from Thailand, has become an unlikely prophet in the run-up to the 2024 US presidential election. And his prediction? Donald Trump for victory. Who knew watermelons and hippos could stir up so much political drama?

The Great Watermelon Prediction

On November 4, in a scene that would make any political strategist jealous, Moo Deng was presented with two watermelons. Each melon was engraved with the name of one of the presidential candidates: Donald Trump And Kamala Harris. Moo Deng, who became an internet sensation for her adorable antics at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi, Thailand, didn’t hesitate for a second. She waddled over to the watermelon marked with Trump’s name and began munching on it like a true conservative icon.

The moment was filmed and quickly went viral, sparking widespread debate on the Internet. Was this a sign of the true outcome of the election, or just a hungry hippo making a meal choice? Regardless, Moo Deng’s “vote” got everyone talking.

Moo Deng’s meteoric rise to fame

How did this adorable hippopotamus become the new face of election predictions? It all started when she was introduced to the world on social media by Khao Kheow Open Zoo. Born on July 25, Moo Deng is no stranger to fame, having stolen the spotlight from her older hippo companions. Her cute chubby cheeks and potato-shaped body made her an internet sensation, especially after zookeepers started posting hilarious videos of her on Instagram.

Moo Deng’s fame skyrocketed when a Bangkok-born artist, Yammi Saracino, put his name out there by calling for a naming contest. The options included “Moo Daeng” and “Moo Sap,” but Moo Deng – which translates to “inflatable pig” – was the clear winner. Since then, she has been redefining beauty standards and winning hearts around the world, all while living in the spotlight with her equally adorable hippo family.

The election drama: Is Moo Deng a MAGA voter?

Today, Moo Deng’s prediction is shaking the Internet. While his choice of Trump may not carry the same weight as a state senator’s endorsement, it has fueled plenty of discussion online. Some might argue that Moo Deng’s choice is a little biased, given his rise to fame in Thailand, a country without voting rights in American elections. But who can blame him for choosing the melon that tasted better?

One thing is certain: Moo Deng creates quite a spectacle. The Khao Kheow Open Zoo has seen a massive increase in visitors, with crowds flocking in droves to see the baby hippo and its election prediction skills. Attendance on weekdays increased from 800 to more than 4,000 people, and on weekends, between 3,000 and 10,000 visitors. Who knew a cute hippopotamus could draw more crowds than a political rally?

Moo Deng: a lifestyle icon

As if Moo Deng’s adorable face wasn’t enough, she’s now the subject of a whole new wave of memes on the internet. Her fans can’t get enough of her, and neither can the rest of the world. The Internet has decided: it’s not just a hippopotamus; she is a lifestyle icon.

Whether Moo Deng’s choice for president will come true remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: she is already a winner in the hearts of millions. And even if the US elections go in a different direction, Moo Deng will continue to snack on watermelon and live his best life, one adorable bite at a time.