Christmas Penguins

Not often do you see a penguin and think of Christmas, but these little cuties could change that.

How to avoid falling on ice? Walk Like a Penguin

Source: lifehacker.com via Kathryn on Pinterest

As winter is in full swing where I live, I thought I would share this infograph I spotted over at Lifehacker where changing the way you walk outdoors in winter to prevent falling.

I only have done this in the past when it is really icy because it takes longer to get anywhere and I know I look like a dork.  In college when walking to class on particularly frosty, slippery day, a mean jerk made a comment that I walked like duck (perhaps because I have more junk in my trunk that a penguin).  Even so, it sure beats falling down and getting injured.  

New Born Baby Penguin

Source: kidszoo.org via Kathryn on Pinterest

This cute little creature is a new born baby African Black Footed Penguin that was born on June 26th at the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo.

You might be rubbing you eyes an think it is a mistake, African?  No, it is true.  They are the only penguin species in Africa and live on islands along the western southern coast..   They are also known as the "Jackass Penguin" because they sound like a jackass braying.  They do well in the Indiana climate as it is similar to where they come from, but they are an endangered species .

For more information visit Fort Wayne Children's Zoo website and if you ever get a chance to visit the zoo, I highly recommend it as it is a fun adventure for children and adults alike.

Disclaimer:  I have no affiliation with the zoo and have received nothing for this post.  My son enjoyed this zoo so much that when his grandmother passed away I purchased a brick near the giant frog splash pond in memorial with the donations made in lieu of flowers.

RARE WHITE PENGUIN SPOTTED IN ANTARTICA

The little fella above is not an "albino"; it just has reduced pigmentation; the photographer, David Stephens advised:

""This bird was whitish, but not quite an albino. Instead, it had pigmented eyes and a washed-out version of a Chinstrap’s normal pattern. Many wondered about this unusual bird’s chances of success. While odd coloration may make fishing a bit more difficult, leucistic birds are regularly found breeding normally."

For the full article click HERE