South Africa steps up to save the African penguin

South Africa steps up to save the African penguin

As the world marked World Penguin Day on Friday, South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting one of its most iconic yet critically endangered species – the African penguin. The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) has outlined bold steps being taken to halt the dramatic population decline of these seabirds, which have seen their numbers plummet to fewer than 9 000 breeding pairs in the country. “The African …

Saving the African Penguin: A Critical Mission to Combat Storm Damage and Ensure Survival - New England Aquarium

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