Gentoo Penguin
Gentoo Penguin
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The Gentoo Penguin is a medium-sized penguin known for its bright orange-red bill and feet, and a distinctive white stripe across the top of its head. They are the fastest underwater swimmers among all penguins, often found in sub-Antarctic and Antarctic islands. These active birds have a characteristic loud trumpeting call.
Where to spot
Breeds on sub-Antarctic islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Major colonies are found on the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands, and other islands around the Antarctic convergence.
How to spot
Identify by its bright orange-red bill, white stripe connecting the eyes over the crown, and orange feet. Observe their fast swimming and diving, and their characteristic waddle on land. Listen for their distinctive trumpeting calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Breeding occurs during the austral spring and summer (October-March) when they are present in colonies. Best observed during this period.
Where to spot
Breeds on sub-Antarctic islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Major colonies are found on the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Shetland Islands, and other islands around the Antarctic convergence.
How to spot
Identify by its bright orange-red bill, white stripe connecting the eyes over the crown, and orange feet. Observe their fast swimming and diving, and their characteristic waddle on land. Listen for their distinctive trumpeting calls.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Breeding occurs during the austral spring and summer (October-March) when they are present in colonies. Best observed during this period.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Gentoo Penguins are the fastest swimming penguins, capable of reaching speeds of up to 36 km/h (22 mph) underwater.
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