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Adelie Penguin - Pygoscelis adeliae

Adelie Penguin

"The Adelie penguin is the characteristic "tuxedo" penguin of Antarctica. This species, along with the emperor penguin, is restricted to Antarctica and the surrounding waters. The Adelie belongs to a group of penguins known as the brush-tailed or stiff-tailed penguins."

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These penguins seems to be enjoying the fine view around them.

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