By Sheetal Kumari | April 28, 2025
Meet the record-breaking Gentoo penguin and why it’s called the speedster of the penguin world!
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Gentoo penguins are easily identifiable by their white head stripe and orange beak.
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Gentoos can swim at a record 36 km/h, the fastest among all penguin species.
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Their powerful flippers and streamlined bodies enable them to slice through water effortlessly.
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They call Antarctica and surrounding islands home and endure extreme cold with thick feathers.
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Their speed helps them catch fish, squid, and krill before predators can strike.
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On land, Gentoos construct nests from rocks and protect their chicks with fierce determination.
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Gentoos are social penguins, frequently seen in colonies, calling loudly in search of a mate.
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Climate change and fishing nets pose a threat to the survival of Gentoo penguins today.
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With unmatched swimming skills, the Gentoo is truly the fastest penguin on Earth.
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