Back in 2008, Summit Metro Parks introduced a group of animal characters – later dubbed “The Metro Pack” – to the community. We asked visitors like you to help name them, and you delivered. Now, The Metro Pack is growing! We’re welcoming three new animal characters to the crew and, once again, we’d love your help naming them.

After reading the character descriptions, provide your name suggestions in the boxes below. Submit your ideas by August 15.

The naming contest is open to Summit County residents only. Winners will be chosen by Summit Metro Parks staff. In the event of a tie, the winning name will be selected by random draw. Summit Metro Parks staff are not eligible to participate. Winners will be announced in December.

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River Otter
Splash! I’m a playful swimmer who loves rivers, lakes and streams, using my strong tail and webbed feet to glide through the water. I was born without knowing how to swim, but my mom taught me (thanks, mom!). I have whiskers that give me the power to sense the movement of my prey. Fish are my favorite snack, but I’ll also munch on frogs and crayfish. In winter, I don’t hibernate – I slide, swim and explore all season long, even through icy water. When I’m with my friends on land, we’re called a romp. When we’re together in the water, we’re called a raft!

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* 1. Name Suggestion: River Otter

Rainbow Darter
Blink and you might miss me! I’m not “The Rainbow Fish” you grew up with. I’m a tiny fish with big color, though you might not see it from above the water. They don’t call me a darter for no reason! I’m a little shy, but you can usually find me zipping along the rocky stream or river bottom, hiding between stones – unless it’s time to eat or look for love! Each spring, I show off my brightest colors to impress my neighbors. Clean, fast-moving water is my home, so if I’m around, it’s a sign the stream is healthy.

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* 2. Name Suggestion: Rainbow Darter

Indiana Bat
Did something small just swoop past your head? It might have been me, out on my nighttime bug hunt! I use special sounds (you can’t hear them!) to find tasty insects in the dark. On summer days, I tuck myself under tree bark like a secret superhero hiding out. I can do that because I’m small, but my wingspan can be more than twice my size! When winter comes, I curl up in a cave with lots of friends like me and sleep for months. Don’t worry; I’ll be back in spring, hungry and ready to help keep pesky bugs away!

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* 3. Name Suggestion: Indiana Bat

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Please provide your contact information below. If you are a parent or guardian submitting this on behalf of a child, please provide your phone number and email where indicated.

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