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BBC News
7 days ago
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Humboldt penguin: Public given the chance to name penguin chick
What name do you think suits this penguin chick the best - Winnie or Pebble? The Humboldt penguin chick is the newest addition to the zoo at Sewerby Hall and staff there want the public to pick her name from the two options put forward by the zoo team. Winnie was suggested in honour of her mum, who is called Twinnie, and the inspiration for Pebble is because she is smallest penguin in the name also fits in with the names of older big siblings Pickle, Crackle and Bumble who was born last spring. Visitors can comment on the zoo's social media post to vote for their favourite name. Her birth was a pleasant surprise for the staff there as they were unsure if Twinnie, would lay an egg this year due to her penguins live an average of 15 to 20 years, although this can vary due to the species, but for a penguin like Twinnie to have a baby at 23 years of age is quite laid the egg on Tuesday 4 March and dad Sigsbee also took turns sitting on the egg, which hatched on 15 April. Head zookeeper John Pickering said: ''We are pleased to say that the chick is doing great and loves swimming with her siblings Pickle, Crackle and Bumble.''Our penguins are extremely popular with visitors and we are certain that our new penguin will add even more personality to our ever-growing penguin family here at the zoo.''Humboldt penguins are classed as vulnerable to extinction.
ABC News
30-07-2025
- General
- ABC News
Volunteers help save a penguin population.
A group of volunteers in Albany are trying to save the penguin population by weeding where they try and nest. Supplied: Isha Barve
RNZ News
24-07-2025
- General
- RNZ News
Two Muriwai kororā rescued from nesting box buried by mud slip
One of the kororā which was rescued after its nesting box was completely buried by a mud slip. Photo: Muriwai Environmental Trust Two kororā whose nesting box was buried by a mud slip at Auckland's Muriwai have been rescued, cared for and relocated to a safer site. In a social media post, the Muriwai Environmental Trust said its penguin team discovered the nesting box which had been completely buried by mud over the weekend. Only a small beak was visible, but thanks to quick action both little blue penguins were found alive, it said. The kororā were gently cleaned and relocated to a safer site. Photo: Muriwai Environmental Trust The pair were checked and gently cleaned before being located to a safer site with new housing so they could continue their breeding season, it said. The trust said the volunteers were trained to handle situations such as this but anyone who came across a penguin in distress should contact the Muriwai rangers or call 0800 DOC HOT, rather than trying to intervene directly. It was the penguin's breeding season and people in the Muriwai area should keep their dogs north of the Surf Tower, it said. Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Meet the undercover duck posing as a penguin for Waddle-on-Sea trail in Southend
Visitors exploring the Waddle-on-Sea trail across Southend may spot an odd one out among dozens of penguins. Quacky Feet, an undercover duck, has joined the Waddle-on-Sea huddle, an art trail in Southend, posing as a penguin. The trail, created by Havens hospices and Wild in Art, is showcasing 31 large penguin sculptures and 72 baby sculptures throughout Southend, including Leigh, until September 3. Among the 72 baby sculptures is the adventurous rubber duck, Quacky Feet, crafted by Sarah Nash, director of finance at Waddle-on-Sea's presenting partner company, Ipeco Holdings Ltd. The unique sculpture is hand-decorated to resemble a penguin, featuring thousands of small gems. Quacky Feet has joined the Waddle-on-Sea huddle (Image: Havens hospices) As the only non-penguin on the trail, it holds an intriguing story for those who discover it. Speaking about Quacky Feet, Ms Nash said: "He wanted to find a huddle and see if he could disguise himself as a penguin to join in the fun. "Luckily, he found a fantastic huddle of penguins in his hometown, so he didn't have far to travel." Anyone who wants to give this special duck a forever home will have the opportunity to bid on Quacky Feet at the end of the trail. Read more German nurse among four killed in Southend Airport 'fireball' plane crash Youngsters killed in south Essex hit-and-run remembered at moving birthday event The trail, which is backed by the Echo, aims to raise funds for Havens hospices. Havens hospices provide free specialist care and support to people of all ages living with incurable conditions and their families across south Essex. Trail-goers can follow the trail by purchasing a map from any Havens hospices charity shop, or other venues including the Pier Information Centre, The Forum, LeighLibrary, and Waddle-on-Sea HQs at The Royals Shopping Centre and 141 Leigh Road. Artist Sarah Nash with Quacky Feet (Image: Havens hospices) Maps are subject to availability. A "Waddle on Sea" app can also be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. This fundraising initiative which launched on Friday helps raise vital funds for the hospices to enable them to continue providing their services free of charge.
BBC News
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Penguins waddle into Southend-on-Sea for sculpture trail
A trail made up of penguin sculptures has been set up on the arrived in Southend-on-Sea on Friday as part of Waddle-on-Sea to raise money for Havens Hospices. About 100 figures of super-sized and baby penguins have been dotted around the city and neighbouring Leigh-on-Sea until 3 September."The aim is to bring some joy and colour to Southend and ultimately raise money for local hospice care," said Amy Dearing, director of fundraising and marketing at the charity. As part of the trail, 31 super-sized and 72 baby penguin sculptures were mounted on to event is in collaboration with the Wild in Art organisation, and people can buy maps or download an app to take part in the Hospices provides specialist care and support to people of all ages who are living with incurable conditions and their families. Ms Dearing added: "It is the third art trail between Havens Hospices and Wild in Art."We have very high hopes that we can raise as much money as possible for families that rely on our support. Local businesses sponsored the large penguins, and they were painted by artists. The baby penguins were adopted by local schools and community groups who decorated them ahead of the Dearing said: "It really is bringing the whole community together to support hospice care."We hope people will get behind Waddle-on-Sea, make a donation, enjoy the penguins and help us to secure the future of local hospice care."After the trail, some of the sculptures would be available to purchase at an auction in September. Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
