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African Penguin
Spheniscus demersus
-34.2011, 18.456
Field Notes
Description:
African Penguins grow to 68–70 cm (26.7–27.5 in) tall and weigh between 2 and 5 kg. They have a black stripe and black spots on the chest, the pattern of spots being unique for every penguin, like human fingerprints. They have pink glands above their eyes, which are used for thermoregulation. Read more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_Penguin
Habitat:
Atop a big boulder, enjoying the sun!
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedApril 25, 2013
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