Little Penguin
Little Penguin
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The Little Penguin, also known as the Fairy Penguin, is the smallest penguin species in the world, characterized by its slate-blue upperparts and white underparts. These nocturnal birds come ashore at dusk in charming 'penguin parades' to return to their burrows after a day of fishing at sea.
Where to spot
Found along the coasts of southern Australia (including Tasmania) and New Zealand. Inhabits rocky coastlines, sandy beaches, and offshore islands.
How to spot
Look for its diminutive size, dark slate-blue upperparts, and white underparts. To observe, visit designated viewing platforms at dusk (e.g., Phillip Island in Australia, Oamaru in New Zealand) where controlled viewing allows minimal disturbance.
When to spot
Year-round resident. The most popular time to observe them is at dusk, when they return from the sea in groups to their burrows. Breeding occurs during the austral spring and summer (September-March).
Where to spot
Found along the coasts of southern Australia (including Tasmania) and New Zealand. Inhabits rocky coastlines, sandy beaches, and offshore islands.
How to spot
Look for its diminutive size, dark slate-blue upperparts, and white underparts. To observe, visit designated viewing platforms at dusk (e.g., Phillip Island in Australia, Oamaru in New Zealand) where controlled viewing allows minimal disturbance.
When to spot
Year-round resident. The most popular time to observe them is at dusk, when they return from the sea in groups to their burrows. Breeding occurs during the austral spring and summer (September-March).
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Little Penguins are strictly nocturnal on land, returning to their burrows under the cover of darkness to avoid predators, especially larger gulls and raptors.
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