Adélie penguin

The Adélie penguin is a medium-sized, flightless bird native to Antarctica, known for its distinctive black and white plumage and a white ring around its eyes. They are highly adapted to cold environments, relying on thick feathers and a layer of fat for insulation. These social animals live in large colonies, especially during breeding season, where they build nest sites from small stones. Adélie penguins primarily feed on krill and fish, swimming gracefully in icy waters. Their resilience to harsh conditions makes them a vital indicator of environmental changes in the Southern Ocean ecosystem.