Monthly:December 2022
Margaret Weiss December 20, 2022
Gentoo Penguins / Wildlife Conservation
Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) (Gentoos) are the third largest penguin of 18 species of penguins. Gentoos are very distinctive with their black and white plumage, orange beak, black head with white marks above each eye, orange legs and feet and long tail. Habitat Gentoos live in groups called colonies. Interestingly, some Gentoos live in cold climates while others prefer warmer climates. Gentoos are mainly found in Antarctica, South Georgia, the South Sandwich Islands, the Falkland Islands, Crozet Island, Kerguelen Island, […]
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