Fluffy Hugs: Volume 1 (Fluffy The Magic Penguin)

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Penguins are one of about 40 species of flightless birds. Other flightless birds include rheas, cassowaries, kiwis, ostriches, and emus. Most flightless birds live in the Southern Hemisphere. [2] Penguin feathers are primarily composed of a protein called keratin. Keratin is the same substance that makes up our hair and nails. It is a tough and flexible material that provides strength and structure to the feathers. They miss another layer of feathers essential for penguins to survive in extreme temperatures and water. Since they don’t have that layer, they don’t have protection from the cold or the water. With each successful venture into the sea, the fledging penguins gain experience and confidence. Eventually, they become fully independent, relying solely on their skills and instincts for survival. They bid farewell to the colony, ready to embark on their life’s journey in the vast expanse of the ocean. Post-Fledging

You might think if baby penguins are that lightweight, there could be a possibility of them flying. Not all penguins live in cold climates • All penguins live in the Southern Hemisphere, from Antarctica to the warmer waters of the Galapagos Islands near the equator. They can be found on every continent in the Southern Hemisphere. No penguins live at the North Pole. [2] All penguins except the Emperor Penguin share incubation duties with their mate. Still, Emperor Penguins manage to get 75% of their young to self-sufficiency. [3]Adult Penguins catch their prey like krill, squid, or fish and keep it inside them for a short period until the food is ready for their baby. The first and foremost difference between the two species is in their respective sizes. The Emperor penguin, as the name suggests, is taller and heavier than the King penguin. Emperor penguins at their largest can weigh up to 100 pounds and grow up to 50 inches tall. They’re not only heavier than the King penguins, but they’re also the tallest and heaviest among all kinds of penguins. Contour feathers: These are the outermost feathers that give penguins their characteristic shape and color. They provide insulation, streamline the body for efficient swimming, and help with waterproofing. One of the main factors in the yellow-eyed penguin’s endangered status is commercial gillnetting. Although the penguin is not specifically targeted, it is caught accidentally as bycatch. One of the largest King penguin nesting colonies is on South Georgia Island, with over 100,000 breeding pairs • King penguins can form nesting colonies of up to 10,000 penguins. Each penguin keeps its neighbor at an exact but close distance. [3]

Bristles: Penguins have specialized bristles around their beaks and eyes. These bristles help protect their eyes from the harsh glare of the sun and prevent water from entering their nostrils while swimming. The diet of the chinstrap penguin consists of fish, shrimp and squid. The species will swim 50 miles / 80 km out to see in a single day when hunting. The Gentoo penguin is the third-largest species of penguin. It can be identified by the distinctive white stripe that runs from eye to eye over the top of the head. Other distinguishing features include a bright orange bill and orange feet.The Humboldt penguin faces a number of threats that are unique to its Pacific Coast habitat. In particular, El Niño–La Niña variations can have a major impact on Humboldt penguins. The suppression of the upwelling of nutrient-rich waters off the coast of South America during strong El Niños can cause a massive decrease in food availability for these penguins. I frequently have to go afk for RL. Do not get pissy if I do not accept your friend request or respond to your messages immediately.