Experience the dramatic return of African Penguins from the sea to the safety of the island (00003626)
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Description: The African Penguins, also known as Blackfooted Penguins or Spheniscus demersus, are returning from an extensive hunting trip in the sea. Their perilous journey involves crossing the territory of Great White Sharks and evading the lurking Fur Seals in the kelp forest. With a burst of speed, they race towards the safety of the island, leaving only a trail of churning water in their wake. Witness the dramatic escape of these captivating birds up close.
Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 19.05.2001