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Blackfooted African Penguin

Spheniscus Demersus

Photo by asialiu
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Description:

Also known as the African Penguin.

Weight - 2,1 To 3,7 kilograms (4.63 To 8.16 pounds)
Height - 50 cm (19.7 inches)

Habitat:

Boulders Beach in Simon's Town with over 2500 birds; part of Cape Peninsula National Park.

Reference Links:

African Penguin

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