TAMPA, Fla. — Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has named its newest giraffe in honor of the Tampa Bay Lightning’s recent championship win.
What You Need To Know
- Giraffe calf born at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on July 7
- The calf has been given the name Stanley in honor of the Lightning's recent win
- Stanley and mom Angel will remain behind-the-scenes before joining the park's giraffe herd
A giraffe calf was born at the theme park last week — on the same night the Lightning won the Stanley Cup for the second consecutive time. So of course, Busch Gardens decided to name him Stanley.
Stanley will stay behind-the-scenes with first-time mom Angel until he reaches certain growth milestones, according to Busch Gardens officials. The pair will then join the giraffe herd on the park’s 65-acre Serengeti Plain.
In addition to celebrating the arrival of Stanley the giraffe, Busch Gardens is celebrating the Lightning’s Stanley Cup win with the return of free beer at the park. For the rest of July, visitors ages 21 and older can get two free beer samples at the Garden Gate Café each day.
Ashley Carter - Digital Journalist
Ashley Carter is a digital journalist who covers the fast-paced and ever-changing world of Florida theme parks and attractions. She joined Spectrum News 13 in 2013 and produced around-the-clock news coverage — first on TV and then for the station’s digital platforms.
