The pygmy hippopotamus, now 6 months old, is Thailand’s biggest celebrity, and the crowds keep flocking. What explains her charm?

Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo, became an overnight sensation online. Videos of her were watched by millions. But ...

Moo Deng, the internet’s favorite baby pygmy hippo, now has an official theme song. Thailand’s viral, slippery, 4-month-old zoo sensation won hearts across the globe as videos of her adorable ...

The Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia is offering 30-minute meet-and-greets with its new baby pygmy hippo Poppy through February ...

On Tuesday morning, the “Today” show joined in celebrating the arrival of the elephant calf. In the “Morning Boost” segment, ...

A baby hippopotamus is causing a fan frenzy in Thailand. Moo Deng - a name that roughly translates to "bouncy pig" - is a two-month-old female pygmy hippo that is going viral online and attracting ...

CHONBURI, Thailand – Moo Deng does not bounce like she did a couple of months ago. But she still resembles a ripe avocado overstuffed with pate. She retains a moist sheen. She snuffles.

Americans who have fallen in love with Moo Deng no longer need to travel to Thailand to see a baby pygmy hippo in person. Poppy was born on Dec. 9, 2024, to the Metro Richmond Zoo's resident pygmy ...