Galapagos Penguins

What is the scientific name of the Galapagos penguin?

• Aptenodytes forsteri

• Pygoscelis papua

• Spheniscus mendiculus

• Eudyptula minor

1. Where are Galapagos penguins primarily found?

• Antarctica

• South Africa

• Galapagos Islands

• Australia

1. What unique adaptation helps Galapagos penguins regulate their body temperature?

• Large flippers

• Panting and bare patches on their faces

• Hibernation

• • Blubber

What do Galapagos penguins primarily eat?

• • Krill

• • Seaweed

• Small fish

• • Plankton

How do Galapagos penguins protect themselves from predators?

• Camouflage

• Speed

• Grouping together

• Sharp beaks

1. What is the average lifespan of a Galapagos penguin?

• 10-15 years

• 20-25 years

• 30-35 years

• 40-45 years

How do Galapagos penguins communicate with each other?

• Whistling

• Clapping

• Flapping wings

• Dancing

1. What conservation efforts are in place to protect Galapagos penguins?

• Anti-predator nets

• • Habitat protection and invasive species control

• Sunscreen application

• Artificial snowmaking

How do Galapagos penguins build their nests?

• Using rocks and pebbles

• Weaving branches and leaves

• Digging burrows in the sand

• Using seaweed and mud

What is the main threat to the survival of Galapagos penguins?

• Climate change

• Overfishing

• Predation by sharks

• Loss of nesting sites