Albino Thai buffalo fetches a record RM2.3mil at fair

Ko Muang Phet stands at an impressive height of 180cm, and has remained undefeated as Thailand’s top giant breeding buffalo. - The Nation/ANN

BANGKOK: Ko Muang Phet, a magnificent albino buffalo owned by Damrongsak Morakot in Phetchaburi province, recently made headlines when it was bought for a whopping 18 million baht (RM2.3mil).

Renowned for its striking beauty and colossal size, the buffalo is known for its remarkable breeding capability because 90% of its offspring will be born with albino traits. This means, nine of 10 calves produced will be albino, which makes it a significant asset in the buffalo breeding industry.