TED-ED: Penguins: Popularity, peril and poop - Dyan deNapoli

Penguins, often seen as charming and abundant, face a rapid population decline due to human activities. They evolved from flight-capable birds, adapting to swim efficiently. Penguins inhabit various regions, not just cold areas, and have diverse nesting practices. Most species are threatened, with human-induced threats like habitat destruction, overfishing, and global warming. Conservation efforts are crucial to their survival.

What role do penguins play as indicator species in the ecosystem?

In what ways can humans help protect penguin habitats?

What is the significance of the decline in penguin populations over the last several decades?