Overview

• CU announced the new moniker after handlers observed the buffalo responding to Looking Glass’s 1972 No. 1 single “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl).”
• Ralphie VII made her running debut on Sept. 20 at Folsom Field, taking over for Ralphie VI (Ember), who was retired after showing indifference to running.
• The young bison is approximately one year old and weighs about 700 pounds, according to recent coverage.
• By tradition, each Ralphie receives a nickname after the first public run, with predecessors including Moonshine, Tequila, Rowdy, Blackout and Ember.
• CBS Colorado reports she was donated by Jim and Julie Beauprez of Eagle’s Wing Ranch and is the first Colorado‑born Ralphie since Ralphie II in 1987.