African Penguin

Spheniscus demersus

African Penguin Videos

Josh Davis – Penguin Trainer

Bird Feathers

Nesting Season

Penguin Chicks!

African Penguin Facts

Penguin Detectives

Did you know scientists can tell African penguins apart by the black spots on their chests? Each penguin’s spots are as unique as your fingerprints!

Waddling Speedsters

African penguins may not fly in the sky, but they “fly” underwater! They zoom through the water at up to 15 miles per hour.

Penguin Hotels

Penguins build their nests with penguin poop (called guano) and whatever materials they can find. It’s not fancy, but it works!

Super Feathers

Penguins can fluff up their feathers to cool off or keep them tight to stay warm in cold water.

African Penguin Quiz

How fast can African penguins swim?

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