PlainsCapital Bank’s live mascot, Mo, greeted customers at Central Market’s Texas Folks to Texas Forks event in Southlake this weekend. The all-white buffalo drew plenty of attention as shoppers stopped for photos and a chance to meet one of the bank’s most recognizable ambassadors.

Mo has represented PlainsCapital since 2006, when the bank began using a live buffalo mascot to reflect its strength and momentum. The current Mo is an exceptionally rare white bison - the odds of one being born naturally are estimated at one in a million. Appearances at events such as the State Fair of Texas and the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo have made him a popular draw across Texas.

PlainsCapital Bank has served Southlake and the surrounding Tarrant County area for more than a decade, building lasting relationships with local families and businesses.

“Our commitment to Southlake goes beyond banking,” said Tom Pulley, executive vice president at PlainsCapital Bank Southlake. “Events like this give us a chance to connect with families in a more personal way, and having Mo here really helps bring those moments to life.”

When not appearing at public events, Mo lives on a ranch near Weatherford with handler Bree Worthington Clay, who has cared for him since he was three days old.

PlainsCapital’s Southlake branch is located at 550 Reserve St. and serves customers with private banking, wealth management, deposit, and commercial lending services.