With Valentine’s Day around the corner, many are wondering what to get to their significant other. Maybe a nice box of chocolates, a gorgeous bouquet, a fancy dinner out, or… a roach named after them… if they’re into that!
Truth be told, while all the hopeless romantics are searching for the perfect gift or love demonstration, for some of us, this might be a tough date that reminds us of that gone love that broke our hearts, and what better way to help move on that to express that anger and heartache with a good deed.
That’s right, forget about sending drunk texts to that person and join the Bronx Zoo in their amazing Valentine’s Day dynamic by sending a louder message that can actually do a positive thing for the world!
What Is Name-A-Roach Program?
For the past thirteen years, the Bronx Zoo has launched an annual program that lets visitors and fans name a giant cockroach after their exes… or partners, as we said before, if they’re into that… no one’s judging! We’re not talking about any simple cockroach, these are Madagascar hissing roaches, a giant species that have been for over a decade exhibited at the Bronx Zoo.
So, yes, did your ex behave like a giant roach? This is the perfect way to let them know while helping a great cause! All donations given through this program will help the Wildlife Conservation Society, which aims to protect all animals at the Bronx Zoo and other partners around the world!
How to Name a Madagascar Giant Roach?
There are many ways to jump in into this amazing program that should become a viral trend. The easiest way is to make a 15-dollar donation on their website. The Bronx Zoo will send whoever you want a digital certificate with the name you chose for the cockroach.
However, if you want something more, there are some great packages available! For instance, you can upgrade your gift with some really cute cockroach socks, a nice plushie, or even a video where you can actually meet the roach you named. This last one will also give you a virtual lesson on how these species are cared for at the Bronx Zoo.
Here are more details on the exclusive packages you can get!
- The Original — Digital certificate: $15
- Roach Plush — Plush and printed certificate: $40
- Roach Socks — Socks and printed certificate: $35 for one pair/$50 for two pairs
- Valentine’s Virtual Encounter & Roach Plush — Encounter, plush and printed certificate: $60
- Valentine’s Virtual Encounter & Roach Socks — Encounter, socks, and printed certificate: $60 for one pair/$75 two pairs
- The Works — Roach Plush, two pairs of Roach Socks, Valentine’s Virtual Encounter, and printed certificate: $85
It’s worth noting that if you want that person to receive this right on time for Valentine’s Day, you should place your order by February, 8! So, don’t miss the chance to let that person know what you feel in an original and cool way!
