tiabunna's photos with the keyword: Aptenodytes patagonicus

Taken from the deck of our ship, which was surrounded by swimming penguins while at Lusitania Bay. Somewhat ungainly while on land, the penguins are agile and fast in the water - essentially using their wings as flippers.

In case you're wondering, those strange brown creatures with the King Penguins are their chicks!

Not far from the partying Royals, the Kings were being far more dignified. The quieter conditions were relaxing for some elephant seals to have a nap, while a Giant Petrel also rests (see note). At Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island.

King penguins near the station, Macquarie Island.

Without doubt, these really deserve their title. Very majestic birds indeed and, as can be seen, regally dressed.

Copied from an old slide. Dating from the early 1950s, the Lusitania Bay hut was a recycled aircraft engine packing crate! But it did provide overnight (if basic) accommodation. When I returned in 2005 for a visit, it was noticeable how the King Penguin colony had expanded to completely surround this hut.

From an old slide. King penguins at Lusitania Bay, with chicks from previous season.