King penguins stand side by side

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Two Adélie penguins on Paulet Island, Antarctica

Penguin Overview

Are you a student researching penguins or someone looking to learn more about penguins? This overview dives into everything to know.

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Wandering albatross soars over the ocean

How the Puffin Returned to Eastern Egg Rock

A puffin sits on a rock next to a puffin decoy.

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The Sant Ocean Hall: Life at the Poles Exhibit

Human activity is increasing in the Arctic marine environment due to climate change. To help the most vulnerable areas, the Global Marine Program of IUCN, along with partners, is convening a series of workshops aimed at enhancing ecosystem-based management and identifying biologically or ecologically important or vulnerable habitats. Burgerbukta, a bay in Svalbard, Norway, is being managed for ecosystem protection.

Watching for Fish in the Puffin's Beak

A puffin with a mouthful of fish.

Saving Albatross Lives with Bird Scaring Lines

Wandering albatross soars over the ocean