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Penguins
Penguins are a group of birds that includes emperor penguins, Adelie penguins, Humboldt penguins, macaroni penguins and many more. There are 17 species of penguins alive today. The articles listed below provide information about the characteristics, classification and evolution of penguins.
Penguins
Penguins are flightless birds that have stiff wings and distinct piebald coloration. This profile explores basic facts about penguins including how they are classified, what they eat, where they live and the characteristics that make them different from other bird groups.
Adélie Penguin
The Adélie penguin has a black back and a white belly and white rings around their eyes. Their wings are black on top and white underneath.
Adélie Penguin Pictures
The color pattern of Adélie penguins is the classic penguin pattern. Adélies have a bright white belly and chest which contrasts sharply with their black back, wings, and head.