I made a pilgrimage and got my very own blahaj a few days ago and let me tell you, it is even softer than I expected.

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      Unsure if this is sarcasm or not, but the name of this instance is also what IKEA calls that stuffed animal - BLÅHAJ (pronounced blow high, translates directly to blue shark).

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        No I know, but that’s part of the same meme, I wonder where the whole popularity comes from

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          Afaik, it became a trans symbol because it has the same colors as the trans flag. (Blue, pink and white)

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      Its a trans symbol now but to add - its large in size, which makes it more appealing to adults. Also, trans people are a demographic that deeply enjoys stuffed animals.