# Moo Deng is Safe!

- Link: https://www.thailand-business-news.com/entertainment/163944-moo-deng-is-safe
- Published: 2024-09-22T17:06:10+07:00
- Author: Bahar Karaman

**Khao Kheow Open Zoo refuted TikTok claims of animal mistreatment, emphasizing 
conservation efforts. Director Narongwit Chodchoi affirmed the zoo’s standards and
announced Moo Deng merchandise to support animal welfare initiatives.**

“Moo Deng”, a two-month-old baby pygmy hippopotamus from the Khao Kheow Open Zoo,
has captured the hearts of people worldwide, becoming a viral internet sensation.

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Khao Kheow Open Zoo has responded to claims from a TikTok user alleging that they
are keeping the two-month-old pygmy hippo, Moo Deng, in captivity against her will.
The zoo’s director, Narongwit Chodchoi, reaffirmed that the facility adheres to 
international standards, focusing on conservation, research, education, and guest
enjoyment.

To support wildlife preservation, the zoo breeds and returns animals to their natural
habitats. Recent releases include sarus cranes and black-necked storks, demonstrating
their commitment to conservation efforts.

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Moo Deng’s keeper, P’Benz, addressed criticism about their interaction, stating 
that zookeepers undergo regular training on animal welfare. Additionally, the zoo
plans to trademark Moo Deng’s name and has reported a significant increase in visitor
numbers, attributed to her newfound fame.

**Source** : [Moo Deng is safe! Zoo in Thailand insists operations in accordance with international standards after baby pygmy hippo’s virality leads to accusations](https://malaysia.news.yahoo.com/moo-deng-safe-zoo-thailand-082830235.html?rand=157030)