Curated OER
Sustainability and Extinction
Galapagos Penguins are the only penguins on earth that live north of the equator (in the wild). In this last lesson plan a discussion on how the Galapagos islands developed their populations and diversity sparks the introduction. Two...
MarineBio Conservation Society
Marine Bio: Galapagos Penguins
Illustrated reference guide features useful information on the Galapagos penguin with facts on physical characteristics, behavior, range, habitat, diet, and conservation status.
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Galapagos Penguin (Spheniscus Mendiculus)
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of the Spheniscus Mendiculus, otherwise known as the Galapagos penguin.
Other
Antarctic Connection: Penguins
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.
Other
Types of Penguin
The sixteen different species of penguin are outlined and described in this website. They are also sub-divided into 6 different genera. Good information including images of each species can be found here.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Penguins on Thin Ice
This article explores various topics relating to penguins including From the Equator to the Bottom of the World, Feast and Famine, Penguin Cities, Waddling into the Future, and more.
PBS
Pbs Nova: Explore the Galapagos
Using the interactive, multimedia map, see the Islands as they exist today and learn how they inspired Darwin, who pointed to them as the "origin of all my views." You can trace the trip of Darwin and hear from biologists at each spot....
Other
Fishin for Facts Library
A comprehensive site that includes a wealth of information on whales, sharks, penguins and squid.