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First Emperor Penguin Found on Australian Tourist Beach After 2,000-Mile Journey
Nov 11, 2024, 01:20 PM
An emperor penguin has been discovered on a tourist beach in Australia after traveling approximately 2,000 miles from Antarctica. This is the first known instance of an emperor penguin reaching Australia. The bird was found malnourished on the south coast and is currently being cared for by a wildlife expert, according to a government department. Rescuers are working to rehabilitate the penguin, and future plans for its care are still being determined.
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