The popular “Nong Moo Daeng,” a young hippopotamus at Khao Kheow Open Zoo, has broken all records by achieving the highest ticket sales from tourists ever recorded.
On September 24, 2024, at the hippo exhibit, tourists both local and international flocked to see Nong Moo Daeng, creating a significant increase in zoo attendance.
Since its opening on June 1, 1978, the zoo had never seen an animal like Nong Moo Daeng generating such high ticket sales.
The hype surrounding this young hippo has led to a more than 50% increase in visitors from September 1-23, with 4,000-5,000 people visiting on weekdays and up to 10,000 on weekends.
Zoo revenue from ticket sales has risen by over 15%, with predictions of more than 1 million visitors this year, especially from Asian countries like Japan, China, and South Korea.
The zoo has installed 24-hour cameras to monitor the animals, which has garnered positive responses. This has further increased the popularity of Nong Moo Daeng, making it a viral sensation with numerous cute images and videos circulating online.
Nong Moo Daeng, just over 2 months old, is incredibly adorable, captivating the hearts of many, as captured in various delightful moments shared widely.
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This article was rewritten from a Thairath’s news article.
