WASHINGTON — Don’t have a cow … help name one instead.
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is asking the public to help choose the name of an 8-month-old female Holstein calf, which is the newest member of their Kids’ Farm herd.
There are three flower-themed names to pick from: Magnolia, Hyacinth and Daisy.
The public can vote on the Zoo’s website in this “high-steaks” situation.
Results will be announced May 14, when the little heifer is introduced to the public.
The bovine beauty was donated to the Zoo by South Mountain Creamery in Middletown, Maryland.
“This is the first time in more than a decade that we’ve had a Holstein calf at the Kids’ Farm, and we’re looking forward to watching her grow, play and explore her new surroundings,” Kids’ Farm curator Craig Saffoe said in a news release.
“Visitors love this exhibit because they can interact with the animals and connect with them on a personal level. By observing the animals and seeing how our team cares for them, we hope that this connection instills a deeper appreciation of all the Zoo’s animals and a desire to conserve them.”
We’re sure they’ll milk it for all it’s worth.
Learn more about the Kids’ Farm at the National Zoo’s website.
