Emperor Penguin

General Description: it is the largest of all penguin species; it has a streamlined shape with a big head, a short thick neck, short tail, and waterproof feathers

Habitat: Antarctica

Behavior: it is a social animal and lives in colonies

Diet: fish and squid

Reproduction: female lays a single egg; the male incubates the egg for 72 days

Interesting Facts: Emperor penguins can dive to depths of 900 feet

Merchandise: Kritters in the Mailbox

Related Learning Zones: Penguin Learning Zone