This Taylor Swift Song Is Making Tigers Feel a Certain Way

In the newest installment of her FAFO series on YouTube, Kylie Kelce made a special visit to the Philadelphia Zoo. During her tour, she interacted with several zookeepers, getting up close with the animals while uncovering some fascinating insights about them.

When she encountered the zoo's tigers, one zookeeper shared a surprising tidbit: the tigers are played Taylor Swifts Wood to help them get in the mood.

Zoo Visit Highlights

For the December episode of FAFO, part of her Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce podcast, Kelce stepped out of the studio to explore the Philadelphia Zoo. She spoke with zookeepers and learned about animals such as Amur Tigers, Kenyan Sand Boas, and Galapagos Tortoises.

Early in the visit, Kelce met Whiz, a 13-year-old Amur Tiger, while talking with the zoos Senior Director of Animal Care, Maggie Morse. Kelce, eager to learn, asked many questions about Whiz's life and daily routine at the zoo.

Tiger Romance at the Zoo

Morse shared that a new female tiger named Rory had recently arrived. Describing the situation, Morse joked, Its a little Love Island kind of scenario here. Kelce then asked if Rory had a preference for a companion. Morse explained that Rory seems interested in Whizs brother, Dmitri, but has the freedom to choose, which helps maintain genetic diversity among tiger populations in AZA-accredited zoos.

Excited about the prospect of a baby tiger, Kelce remarked, Hey, Whiz, if its not you, fine. But Im going to need you to talk up Dimitri because a baby tiger would be

Music for the Tigers

Morse revealed the unusual method they use to encourage mating behavior: music. Its mostly Barry White vibes, but recently we started playing Taylor Swifts Wood behind the scenes, she said. Kelce responded with a blush, That might do it.

Author: Logan Reeves