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Hi guys! I'm Leroy, and I am a giraffe that lives at Wild Florida Adventure Park! I’ve called Wild Florida home for 6 years and have made so many great friends. You can often spot me mingling with the other giraffes or munching on some leaves as you pass by.
I hope to meet you in person one day, preferably at Giraffe Feeding Platform with a fun treat! (That would make my day!)
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Leroy is easily spotted with a bent ossicone (giraffe horns)
Hats or toys that he can scratch his ossicones on
Carrots
You can usually spot Leroy holding court at the Giraffe Feeding Platform, surrounded by his tall crew and keeping a close eye on who’s next with snacks. He loves when guests step up to say hello and offer a special treat. Don’t be surprised if that long neck leans your way.
Our animal care team can’t help but smile at Leroy’s big personality. He’s especially playful during the Giraffe Feeding Encounter, stretching that long neck toward guests and showing off his famous tongue. Yes, it’s as long as you think and he’s not shy about using it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Giraffes are gentle, curious animals who love living in a herd. Leroy and his giraffe family are used to seeing smiling faces and happily stretch those long necks for a snack. That said, they’re still wild animals, so they enjoy their space and respectful interactions.
Giraffes eat 66-75 pounds of food per day, meaning they’re constantly munching away as they roam the savanna. In particular, giraffes are herbivores, eating a diet of leaves, buds, flowers, and fruit. At Wild Florida, our giraffes eat a variety of fruits and vegetables along with plenty of romaine lettuce.
In the wild, giraffes are constantly roaming, meaning staying active is important. That’s why we place many tactile and food-related enrichment devices throughout their environment, so that they’re never bored.
Yes! You can visit Leroy (and his other long-necked friends) at the Giraffe Feeding Platform where you’ll get the chance to say “hello” and feed him some fresh romaine lettuce!
Leroy helps us teach guests about giraffe behaviors and feeding habits through special up close encounters. Through education and animal care interactions, he shows how important understanding and respect for wildlife can be.
You can support Leroy by symbolically adopting a giraffe. Adoption packages help provide daily care, enrichment, and education for animals at Wild Florida.
Child: Ages 3-12
Adult: Ages 13+
From the comfort of your own car, explore over 150 exotic animals and native Florida wildlife roaming freely across vast open landscapes.
What’s included:
Last entry is at 5:00 p.m., and guests must bring their own vehicle, as on-site transportation is not available.
Ages 3+
Unleash your creativity with one of Wild Florida’s most unique animal encounters — painting alongside a giraffe!
What’s included:
Reservations are required. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.
All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.
The Giraffe Painting Experience includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.
Ages 8+
Come meet Wild Florida’s capybaras and experience their sweet, social nature for yourself! Plus, Wild Florida Adventure Park now offers capybara encounters at 4 PM. Don’t miss your chance to get up close with these lovable creatures!
Here’s what your encounter includes:
Reservations are required. Capybara encounters are limited to only eight guests per encounter time. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.
*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.
*The Capybara Encounter includes admission to the Wild Florida Gator Park.
The adoption fee is non-refundable; however, the proceeds are still used for the conservation efforts for that animals.
Yes! You are allowed to adopt up to nine animals.
Delivery typically takes 3-5 weeks. If your package is lost in transit, you will need to reach out to UPS.
