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Gentoo Penguin

Gentoo Penguin

Pygoscelis papua

Sporting a bright orange bill and a white patch behind each eye, the Gentoo Penguin is the fastest underwater swimmer of all penguins, reaching speeds of 22 mph. It breeds on sub-Antarctic islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. Unlike many penguins, Gentoos build nests from pebbles — a currency so valuable that theft is common.

Fun Fact

Gentoo Penguins are the fastest swimming penguins, reaching speeds of 22 mph.

Attributes

TypePenguin
Habitatcoastal, tundra
SizeMedium
Dietfish
FlightFlightless
Colorsblack, white, orange
MigratoryNo
ContinentsAntarctica, South America
Nest Typescrape
ConservationLeast Concern
Difficulty: hard