While most penguins are found in cold environments, the African penguin is a unique species that has adapted to a warmer, coastal habitat. A prime location to observe them is Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, South Africa. Known for its ancient granite boulders and sandy beaches, this beautiful spot serves as a crucial nesting ground for a large colony.
Situated within the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area, Boulders Beach provides a safe refuge for these birds. Visitors can see the incredible sight of penguins on the beach, mingling with sunbathers, building nests in the local plants, and maneuvering over rocks to swim in the refreshing waters of False Bay. Their distinctive, loud, donkey-like braying call is the reason they are also known as "jackass penguins," a sound that frequently echoes along the shore.
• African penguin / jackass penguin / black-footed penguin
• Pingüino de El Cabo / pingüino africano / pingüino de anteojos
Scientific classification:
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Chordata
Class:Aves
Order:Sphenisciformes
Family:Spheniscidae
Genus:Spheniscus
Species:S. demersus
Boulders Beach, Simon’s Town, South Africa
Part of the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area
Camera: Canon EOS 77D / 9000D
Lens: Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary
Capture Information:
Focal Length: 150.0 mm
Shutter Speed: 1/800
Aperture: f/6.3
ISO: 100
Photo Taken: March 16, 2018
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