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First new penguin species in more than 100 years identified and it could be in danger

One of the species of gentoo penguin lives in the Kerguelen Islands in the Southern Indian Ocean and was unknown until now.
Nature

Penguin Population Dynamics and Climate Impact articles from across Nature Portfolio

Ammonia volatilized from penguin excreta is a significant nitrogen source in Antarctic ecosystems, influencing climate through new particle formation (NPF). Freeze-thaw events can trigger ammonia ...
Science Daily

Scientists discover first new penguin species in more than 100 years

Genetic evidence has revealed a previously unknown gentoo penguin species on the remote Kerguelen Islands and shown that ...
Greek Reporter

New Penguin Species Identified for the First Time in Over 100 Years

A new penguin species has been identified after genetic research split gentoo penguins into four separate species across the Southern Ocean.

‘Pip,’ an elderly penguin at the New England Aquarium, gets acupuncture to relieve aches and pains

The New England Aquarium has turned to the ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture to treat the aches and pains of an elderly ...