Comments on: Sicilian Donkey Sophia

By: Diana S.

Diana S. — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:06:20 +0000

Yet another reason to get a Backstage Pass! Sophia is indeed beautiful.

By: Melissa

Melissa — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:36:10 +0000

Sophia is very beautiful, just like her namesake. The name Sophia comes from a Greek word meaning “wisdom” and from her demeanor, it sounds like she lives up to the origins of her name, too. Although I’m not a child, I think I would also be tempted to run to greet her and “ooh” and “ahh.” Her ears are gorgeous!

By: Rose N.

Rose N. — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:38:30 +0000

Hi Maureen, Thank you for introducing us to Sophia. She is indeed “molto carina” (very pretty). If I lived on a farm, I would definitely love to have a Sicilian donkey as a pet. I’m looking forward to meeting Sophia on our next visit to the Zoo.

In Sicily, during special festivals, the locals enjoy dressing their donkeys with colorful head feathers. The donkey then pulls an ornately decorated cart through the village square. Musicians and dancers follow the cart to the delight of the townspeople.

By: Carole in San Diego

Carole in San Diego — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:18:28 +0000

Adorable has been the adjective most used — but it is what came to mind as soon as I saw her photo.

By: LK Taylor, Nevada

LK Taylor, Nevada — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 19:52:59 +0000

She’s absolutely adorable.

By: Lid

Lid — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 06:19:28 +0000

she is beautiful…are they rare?

By: Margaret

Margaret — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:31:29 +0000

Sounds like Sophia is a striking beauty. Glad the children who visit get to interact with a gorgeous movie star.

By: kathy, canada

kathy, canada — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:39:09 +0000

Bellisima! I can see why the kids would love her, she’s adorable.