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African Penguin
Shaka1652

African Penguin (Spheniscus demersus)

This species is endangered due to competition with pelagic fisheries, pollution, predation and disturbance at breeding colonies.
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Habitat
within 20 km on shore and 50 km off shore
Location
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Date taken
30 June 2016
Scientific name
Spheniscus demersus
Equipment used
Canon 5D MK III + Canon 70-200 mm hand held
KC Foggin
Supporter
A beautiful closeup of this poor endangered species. I hope things turn around quickly.
 
delia todd
Staff member
Opus Editor
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What a lovely picture you've taken of this cutie Brian. Such a shame their future is so uncertain.

Thanks for sharing this lovely picture with us.
 
Kits
A fabulous shot of this lovely penguin. Let's hope the outlook improves.
 

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