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King penguin

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Aptenodytes patagonica
Large size
This is the second largest penguin. The largest penguin is the emperor penguin.
Group travel
These birds will often move around in a single group.
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Habitat/Range
Southern oceans and rocky islands during nesting season
Wild Diet
Fish, Squid, and Shrimp
Predators
Gulls (eggs and chicks) and Leopard seals (adults)
Reproduction
One egg is laid and incubated on the feet of the male for over 50 days. After the chick hatches, it is fed by both parents.
Conservation
STABLE
 


Saturday, 21 November 2009

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