A man was arrested in Thailand for entering the enclosure of the famous pygmy hippo Moo Deng.

A man was arrested in Thailand for trespassing into the enclosure of Moo Deng, the viral pygmy hippo at Khao Kheow Open Zoo, on March 17, 2026. He entered while a keeper was absent, wearing a black beanie, sunglasses, a green tank top, and brown shorts, and was seen on security footage holding a tablet near Moo Deng and her mother, Jona. The animals were unharmed but appeared startled and are being monitored by a veterinarian. The man, who did not attempt to flee, has been released on bail and charged with trespassing. The zoo plans to pursue further legal action, highlighting ongoing concerns about visitor safety and animal welfare. Moo Deng gained global fame in 2024 after viral social media videos.