Visit Moo Deng, the world's most famous pygmy hippo, at her home in Khao Kheow Open Zoo, and learn about the importance of conserving her natural habitat. The zoo is an easy day trip from Bangkok and less than an hour from the surf and sand of Pattaya City-which means she's a "must see" when visiting Chonburi province. After Moo Deng, explore the many tropical attractions along the Chonburi coast: 🏖️ Bang Saen Beach 🏖️ Koh Si Chang (ferry ride from Sri Racha) 🏖️ Koh Lan (ferry from Pattaya) a

Two month old baby pygmy hippo Moo Deng has enchanted the people of Thailand and gone viral on social media. She is known for her sass and is often seen playfully biting her zookeeper with an exasperated expression. Pygmy hippos are a critically endangered species, with fewer than 2,500 left in the wild. They have become endangered as a result of habitat destruction from logging, mining and farming. #moodeng #hippo #pygmyhippo #thailand | CGTNEurope