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From a human point of view, penguins often appear comical, in many ways lovable and often seen as the stars of the Antarctic region. Standing upright on two legs with short stubby wings reminiscent of arms, they seem like a black and white cartoon version of humans. Maybe that is part of the reason why many humans find them so adorable with their waddling walk and black and white suits they do look similar to small humans.



Emperor Penguins
 Image Author Christopher Michel 
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In fact penguins have evolved over millions of years into the flightless, aquatic bird we know today. That process of evolution has given them special adaptations that enable them to survive and if left alone, flourish in their cold environment.  

There are believed to be 17 species of penguins though some scientists argue that may possibly be more. Not all species of penguins live in the Antarctic. The Emperor,  Adelie, Chinstrap and the Gentoo penguins breed on the Antarctic continent and other species live in the Antarctic region. South Africa, South America, New Zealand and some islands in the southern oceans have colonies of penguins. The most northerly colonies of penguins are found in the Galapagos Islands on the equator.

Species of Penguin


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