A young giraffe named Tucker recently caused a stir at Disney’s Animal Kingdom by biting off a light from a safari vehicle during a VIP tour. The one-and-a-half-year-old Masai giraffe, who was born at the park in early 2025, approached a stopped Savor the Savanna vehicle with curiosity. He reached over and began nibbling on the equipment near the hood before successfully detaching an exterior light. A Cast Member gently scolded him before Tucker realized his mistake and walked away. This playful incident highlights how the animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom often operate on their own unpredictable schedules. Tucker and his mother Mara can often be seen roaming the open plains during regular Kilimanjaro Safaris. The viral clip shared on TikTok showcases the charming and mischievous nature of these beloved animals.
Key Points:
- Tucker is a one-and-a-half-year-old Masai giraffe born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in early 2025
- The incident occurred during a Savor the Savanna VIP tour on the Harambe Wildlife Reserve
- Tucker detached an exterior light from a safari vehicle by nibbling on the equipment
- A Cast Member gently admonished the giraffe before he walked away
- Tucker is the first Masai giraffe born at the park since 2021
- His mother is named Mara and they can be seen during Kilimanjaro Safaris