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Penguin discoveries

With around 12 million penguins living on the Antarctic Peninsula , these charismatic flightless creatures are easily the most abundant birds in Antarctica .
Seven species of penguins live in this frozen wilderness , from petite Adélie and chinstrap penguins to majestic emperor and king penguins , and each breed has its own charming characteristics . Seeing these iconic birds sliding across the ice on their stomachs or displaying their impressive courtship rituals creates special memories you ’ ll cherish forever .
Whereabouts
• Antarctica Chinstrap , Gentoo , Adelie
• South Georgia & Falklands Magellanic , Chinstrap , Gentoo , King , Macaroni , Rockhopper
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