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Summary of Description:
Three little penguin chicks have joined the colony and were seen exploring their outdoor pool for the first time. Visitors are encouraged to see them in Roo Valley and can identify them by their wing bands. Music is credited to Epidemic Sound. There are links to Cincinnati Zoo‘s social media pages and website for more information.
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Little Penguin Chicks Make Their Pool Debut
Three little penguin chicks at the Cincinnati Zoo recently joined the colony and explored their outdoor pool for the first time. Visitors can now stop by and see them in Roo Valley on their next visit. Here’s more about these adorable chicks and their exciting pool debut.
Meet the Chicks
The three chicks are part of the Cincinnati Zoo’s little penguin colony. The little penguin, also known as the little blue penguin, is the smallest species in the world, growing to only about 16 inches tall and weighing just 2-3 pounds. They live along the southern Australian and New Zealand coasts and are known for their distinctive blue feathers.
The chicks hatched earlier this year and have been growing and developing under the care of their parents and zoo staff. Visitors to the zoo may now see them swimming and playing in their outdoor pool.
Tell Them Apart By Their Wing Bands
Although they may look alike, visitors can tell the chicks apart by their wing bands. The yellow-banded chick is named Goetta, the green-banded chick is named Schnecken, and the pink-banded chick is named Coney.
The chicks are banded as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan (SSP), which helps ensure that little penguins and other threatened, endangered species are healthy and genetically diverse. The bands also help zoo staff keep track of each bird’s identity and history, including their birth date and parents.
Pool Debut
The three little penguin chicks recently made their outdoor pool debut, and it was a delight to watch. The curious chicks were initially hesitant but soon began to paddle and dart around in the water. They also explored the rocky outcroppings and small waterfalls in the pool area.
Visitors to the zoo can watch the chicks as they learn to swim and interact with their colony mates. The little penguins are social birds known for their playful behavior, so watching them is sure to be entertaining.
Support the Cincinnati Zoo
If you’d like to support the Cincinnati Zoo and its conservation efforts, you can donate support.cincinnatizoo.org/donate. By donating, you help the zoo care for its animals and educate visitors about the importance of conservation and protecting threatened and endangered species.
You can also stay up-to-date on the zoo’s activities and events by subscribing to their YouTube channel, following them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, or visiting their website at cincinnatizoo.org. The zoo offers a variety of programs and events for visitors of all ages, so there’s always something new to see and learn.
Conclusion
The little penguin chicks at the Cincinnati Zoo will surely be a popular attraction for visitors, especially now that they’ve made their pool debut. By supporting the zoo, you help to ensure that these adorable birds and other animals receive the care they need to thrive and be ambassadors for their species. So stop by and see Goetta, Schnecken, and Coney in Roo Valley on your next visit.
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Three little penguin chicks joined the colony and explored their outdoor pool for the first time. You can tell them apart by their wing bands – yellow is Goetta, green is Schnecken, and pink is Coney. Please stop by and see them in Roo Valley on your next visit.
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Music by Epidemic Sound (http://www.epidemicsound.com
