.jpg) Long Boi by Heslington Fish Pond in 2021 | |
| Other name(s) | Longboi |
|---|---|
| Species | Domestic duck (Anas platyrhynchos domesticus) |
| Breed | Indian Runner duck–Mallard cross |
| Sex | Male |
| Hatched | before 2018 |
| Died | c. April 2023 York, United Kingdom |
| Known for | Tallness, memes, popular culture, media appearances, BBC Radio 1, Greg James |
| Residence | Derwent College, University of York |
| Height | around 70 cm (2 ft 4 in) |
Long Boi (fl. 2018 – April 2023) was an unusually tall male duck that lived by Derwent College, University of York, England. He was thought to be an Indian Runner duck-Mallard cross, standing out among the other ducks on the campus due to his height. He went viral and became an internet meme in 2021. His popularity saw him become an unofficial mascot for the university.[1][2] At least one commentator has branded him 'Britain's most famous duck'.[3]
In May 2023, Long Boi was presumed dead, having not been seen on campus for several weeks.[4][5]
There was a memorial service for Long Boi at the University Of York on 26 September 2024, broadcast live on BBC Radio 1, while a bronze statue of him was unveiled on the same day.[6]
- ^ @longboiyork (3 May 2023). "Dear followers, fans and friends of Long Boi" – via Instagram.
- ^ Barton, Andrew (1 August 2023). "Long Boi: £5.5k raised for statue of missing University of York duck". BBC News. Retrieved 7 August 2023.
- ^ Harvey, James (11 May 2023). "In memory of Long Boi - Britain's most famous duck". WhyNow. Retrieved 16 May 2023.
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BBCPresumedDeadwas invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ^ Bryson, Julia; Russell, Rachel (26 September 2024). "Long Boi: Statue of missing York duck unveiled live on BBC Radio 1". www.bbc.com. BBC. Retrieved 26 September 2024.