DMM KARIYUSHI AQUARIUM

Penguin Gusuku

Birds & Others

Classification
Spheniscus penguinidae
distribution
Peru, Chile

Humboldt penguin

Scientific name
Spheniscus humboldti
English name
Humboldt penguin

Features

They live in the western part of South America around the Humboldt Current. They feed on fish such as sardines, crustaceans, and mollusks that live in the same waters. They build nests in caves in rocks or tunnels dug in the sand, where they breed and raise their young. They molt once a year, and spend this time on land rather than in the water.

From the breeding staff

There is a chance to see them up close through feeding experiences! Please come and meet them during feeding time, when their personalities are at their best!

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