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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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Handout
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.
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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.
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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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Handout
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...
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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.