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Adorable Footage: Baby Emperor Penguins Brave Cliff Dive into Antarctic Ocean
1 year ago•Source: USA TODAY
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Nat Geo Explorer Bertie Gregory captured never-before-seen video of baby emperor penguins cliff diving off a 50-foot ice shelf in Antarctica, showcasing their first swim in the Southern Ocean. The rare behavior, known as fledging, was documented for the first time and will be featured in a new documentary. Despite the challenging conditions, the penguin chicks successfully navigated the icy waters, marking a significant milestone in their lives.