World Penguin Day

Let's face it: the penguin is one of the coolest animals ever. It is therefore not surprising that a complete day was dedicated to him on April 25th. But do you only want to use this day to blow your noses on the window pane at the zoo and watch the animal "tailcoat wearers"?

It would be much more interesting to deal with the special facts about these exciting creatures, wouldn't it? One thing is for sure: if a species-appropriate husbandry would be compatible with the big city here, one or the other of you would surely decide to adopt one of the small, flightless birds.

But let's remain realistic: keeping a penguin as a pet is probably rather unwise. So let's deal with the "hard facts"! Why is the penguin actually so cool? And is his arrogant look perhaps even justified?

5 exciting facts about World Penguin Day

We are sure: penguins are probably the most talked about in the zoo. Why? It's obvious. Sheer envy. That they are not only extremely cuddly when they are young, but also provide a lot of action in and around the water when they get older. Who wants to look out for meerkats when they can marvel at the "Godfather" of the animals? 

Fact #1: There are a total of 18 (!) different species of penguin! The largest representatives even reach a height of about one meter! They are also true globetrotters and has a home in many areas. Whether in Antarctica, Australia or South Africa: they adapt to the respective climate and living conditions.

Fact number two: A lot of penguins are gay. If an animalistic Christopher Street Day would be created, the penguins would stand in the first row and wave the rainbow flag. 

Fact #3: Penguins organize kindergartens. How cool is that? Penguins are real masters when it comes to organizing! So adult animals join together and take care of several little penguins. And the parents? They collect food. Sometimes the human and animal worlds are so damn similar. 

Fact number four: Penguins are loyal. They live monogamously and give stones to their beloved. Sweet? Definitely! After all, many people here could learn something from the behaviour of the typical penguin... .

Fact #5: Penguins do their business in a very special way. Because: they shoot the droppings all over the place. What could be dangerous and disgusting for the immediate surroundings, looks very funny from a distance. 

Somehow you also knew that an animal that can look so arrogant must really have something up its sleeve, right?