‘Hilarious And Cute’: Moo Deng Hippo Charms Internet With Her ‘Moonwalk’ -- Watch

A two-month-old pygmy hippo is charming the internet with her adorable rosy cheeks and delightful personality. Moo Deng, the newest resident at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Bangkok, has quickly become a social media star, attracting visitors eager to see her playful personality. Her caretakers have been sharing snapshots of her daily life where she showcases her playful side by munching on her favorite snacks, rolling around in the grass, splashing joyfully in the water and playing with her caretakers.

Recently, Moo Deng has taken her fame to new heights with her own version of the iconic “moonwalk,” made famous by the legendary Michael Jackson. In a heartwarming video shared on X (formerly Twitter), this clever little hippo can be seen smoothly gliding backwards inside her enclosure, delighting everyone who watches.

The accompanying caption reads, “Whoa stop everything….Moo Deng doing the moonwalk.”

Take a look at the video here:

Moo Deng’s adorable performance has sparked a wave of enthusiastic reactions online, showcasing the irresistible charm of this delightful hippo. The video has accumulated over 60,000 views so far.

One user humorously remarked, “Hold up, the Princess has learned to dance.”

Another chimed in with, “She is everything.”

One comment playfully noted, “Moo Deng is learning how to back the truck up!” while another said, “Just makes my day!!”

The excitement didn’t stop there, with one fan quipping, “We got a moonwalking hippo before GTA 6.”

In a heartfelt remark, one user expressed, “Wonderful.. Michael lives everywhere in every one of us…”

More comments poured in, declaring it “the best video you’ll see today,” calling her “hilarious & cute,” and simply stating, “Moo Deng got moves.”

Not only has Moo Deng won hearts with her playful antics but she has also inspired a wave of creativity, leading to fan art, memes and even branded merchandise in collaboration with Sephora. Narongwit Chodchoy, the director of Khao Kheow Open Zoo, mentioned that Moo Deng’s natural charm and lively behaviour have resulted in a significant increase in visitor numbers, with attendance reportedly rising by 30 per cent since her arrival, according to a report in CNN.

Moo Deng has also entered the world of niche cryptocurrencies, joining the likes of Dogecoin and Shiba Inu coin. Recently, an investor managed to turn a $1,300 investment (about Rs 1 lakh) into an impressive $12 million (around Rs 100 crore) in just 17 days through the newly launched Moo Deng memecoin.