Cash cow: Albino buffalo sells for record 18 million baht

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A rare albino buffalo from Phetchaburi has charged into the record books, fetching a staggering 18 million baht, marking it the most expensive buffalo deal in Thai history, proving that this buffalo truly stands out from the herd when it comes to valuable livestock.

 

Renowned for its breathtaking beauty and colossal stature, Ko Muang Phet isn’t just another farm animal, it’s a genetic marvel. With a staggering 90% chance of passing on its albino traits, this buffalo is a game-changer in the breeding industry, promising a lineage of rare offspring.

 

But Ko Muang Phet isn’t just a pretty face in the fields, it’s a star of both screen and pasture. The buffalo stole the show as Ai Khlaow’s trusty companion in the hit drama Mon Rak Luk Thung, cementing its status as an icon beyond the barnyard.

 

Standing tall at 180 centimetres and just five years young, Ko Muang Phet reigns supreme as Thailand’s undisputed giant breeding buffalo champion. Yet, its days of competition are over, as it retires to focus on its true calling: siring the next generation of albino wonders.

 

Recently, Wanasuwan Farm in Chiang Rai made waves by acquiring this celebrity buffalo, shelling out a jaw-dropping 18 million baht at the prestigious 12th Uthai Thani Thai Buffalo Festival, reported The Nation.

 

Damrongsak Morakot, Ko Muang Phet’s former owner, shared his journey from humble buffalo beginnings to multimillion-baht deals, driven by a passion for Thailand’s cattle.

 

In related news, as Thailand marks the country’s National Elephant Day, authorities are rolling out ambitious plans to safeguard the majestic creatures and mitigate human-elephant conflicts. With a blend of innovation, community involvement, and legislative actions, the nation aims to secure the future of both wild and domesticated elephants.

 

In other news, the Department of Military Animals at the Army Canine Centre in Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima held its annual spectacle, the military dog auction on January 27. Contrary to popular belief, these military dogs aren’t rejected. Instead, they are canines that, despite their noble lineage and parentage, didn’t quite cut national service.

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Caption: Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-03-14

 

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[Jing Joe]

Mmmm looks such a friendly big fellow and proud to be shown off as a "traffic stopper".

Will this put a whole new meaning to the yellow cloaked sector about the expression "Holy Cow"?

Just joking.

Edited March 14 by Jing Joe
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[IAMHERE]

I'd think you could manipulate cow DNA and get plenty of white ones.

[hotchilli]

39 minutes ago, IAMHERE said:

I'd think you could manipulate cow DNA and get plenty of white ones.

I think they shaved it and left it out in the sun to turn pink

[damian]

20 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

I think they shaved it and left it out in the sun to turn pink

My bet is they sprayed it off white. 

[rwill]

A local restaurant bought one.  If I remember correctly they paid 900,000 for it.

 

[digger70]

Albino buffalo sells for record 18 million baht

 

Way to go, how stupid. Why pay that much, He's not going to Taste Any different when cooked.

it's a  Buffalo Color doesn't matter.

When breeding from this Bull and If the Offspring  is the same as Him  they will have to keep them Inside  otherwise  they will burn to a Crisp outside in the Sun.

[OccamsRazor]

Result of skin whitener testing. lol

[PETERTHEEATER]

I'm confused. Is this the Cow Moo Daang locals talk about😋