If you’ve spent any time wandering around UCL, especially near Portico and the other iconic buildings on campus over the past term, you’ve probably crossed paths with a very important local celebrity: Zoro, the campus fox.
We may have many foxes parading around, but Zoro is one-of-a-kind. Zoro isn’t just another cute animal, he’s the ultimate food critic—and he’s not shy about making sure you know it.
Zoro’s routine is pretty simple: he roams the campus looking for the best snacks and most aesthetic spots to be seen by his fans. He’s got an eye (or maybe a nose?) for the best food spots—whether it’s Malet Street, the Wilkins Refectory or the Smash Burger pop-up in the Main Quad, Zoro knows where the good stuff is. Honestly, if you’re eating near him, he’s judging your food choices and your entire vibe.
But here’s the thing: Zoro’s friendly—if you’ve got food, he’ll stroll up to you like he owns the place, tail flicking and looking you dead in the eye. If you’re munching on something, he might even sit politely, waiting for a bite. Think of him as the animal kingdom’s version of a Michelin critic, but way sassier.
Now, if you don’t have food, watch out! Zoro doesn’t take kindly to empty-handed students. No snacks? Prepare for a tiny finger bite as a reminder of his high standards. It’s not out of malice, though—it’s just his way of ensuring that only the finest food makes it through his campus. Simply quality control.
So, next time you’re on campus after dark, keep an eye out for Zoro. He’s the stylish, snack-loving fox you didn’t know you needed in your life. While most foxes would be wary of people, Zoro has the spirit of a protagonist in a Christmas rom-com: utterly chaotic and messy, but charming and loveable to all those around him.
Zoro’s motto is simple: feed him well, or become his food. Campus foxes come and go, but Zoro? He’s got the bite—and the charm—to make a lasting impression.
This article appeared in CG89
