African Penguins return from the Sea (00003613)
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Description: The African Penguins, also known as Jackass Penguins or Spheniscus demersus, return exhausted but victorious from the sea. Their perilous journey takes them through waters inhabited by Great White Sharks, and dangerous Fur Seals lurk in the kelp belt. Only by swimming swiftly do they manage to reach the island safely, where they finally find peace and security. This fascinating return of the African Penguins is a stunning natural spectacle that leaves viewers in awe.
Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 19.05.2001