Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Royal Penguin

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about the Royal penguin: physical characteristics, behavior, reproduction, distribution, threats to survival, species status, etc. (Published Jan. 15, 2010)
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Other

Antarctic Connection: Penguins

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough overview of penguins provides information on their adaption to the polar environment. Additional information can be found on 17 separate species of penguins.
Activity
Gulf of Maine Research Institute

Gulf of Maine Aquarium: Antarctica: Penguin Adaptation

For Students 6th - 8th
Read a paragraph about penguin adaptations and then create a suit for a penguin. Materials are listed at the bottom of the page.
Website
Other

Fishin for Facts Library

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive site that includes a wealth of information on whales, sharks, penguins and squid.
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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Royal Penguin (Eudyptes Schlegeli)

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides photographs and a fact card about the royal penguin. Discusses where they are found, physical characteristics, how it differs from the macaroni penguin, locomotion, diet, predators, egg-laying behavior, and threats to its...
Handout
MarineBio Conservation Society

Marine Bio: Royal Penguins

For Students 9th - 10th
Illustrated reference tool features useful information on the royal penguin with facts on physical characteristics, behavior, range, habitat, diet, and conservation status.