Listen "🐧 Tropical Tuxedos: The Galápagos Penguin Tale"
Episode Synopsis
Meet the Galápagos penguin, the only penguin species to live and breed north of the equator. In this episode of Saltwater Stories, we dive into the hidden chill of the Cromwell and Humboldt currents that act like an ocean air conditioner, turning warm tropical seas into a bustling penguin supermarket. Discover their clever heat-busting tricks, from gular fluttering to natural lava-rock hideouts.We trace their rollercoaster population history—devastating El Niño crashes, hopeful La Niña rebounds, and the puzzling 2023 census that left scientists scratching their heads. Along the way, we celebrate wins like predator eradication and handmade “penguin condos” that boost nesting success.Join us for an adventure filled with surprising science, dramatic conservation stories, and a bigger lesson about resilience on our changing planet. Get ready to fall in love with these tropical tuxedoed survivors!
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