Eric Knaus

Where penguins live around the world

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Penguins inhabit Antarctica, South America, and Africa, with various species like Adélie and emperor penguins in Antarctica’s Ross Sea, Magellanic penguins in South America, and African penguins in southwestern Africa.
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Antarctica

  • Penguins in Antarctica inhabit various regions
  • Adélie and emperor penguins are common in Antarctica’s Ross Sea
  • Gentoo penguins can also be found on the Antarctic Peninsula

South America

  • Magellanic penguins reside in South America, particularly in Argentina and Chile
  • Humboldt penguins inhabit the coast of Peru and Chile

Africa

  • African penguins, also known as jackass penguins, are found along the southwestern coast of Africa
  • They mainly dwell in Namibia and South Africa

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