Why Do Penguins Look Like That?

If you, like me, saw the movie Happy Feet while you were in Primary School and found the way Mumble started singing to be deeply uncomfortable, then this interview might be of interest. Because while Happy Feet had a slightly confusing storyline and an unusually star studded cast, the characters in the film are actually based on a real animal: the penguin!

Penguins are typically found in the cold polar regions of Antarctica, but some special types have managed to find a home in Australia. Specifically, the very appropriately named Little Penguin. I spoke with Zookeeper Chad about these penguins once again at Featherdale Wildlife Park.

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