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Emperor Penguin 'Gus' Released Back to Southern Ocean After 20-Day Care in Australia

An emperor penguin named Gus, the first recorded to swim from Antarctica to Australia, was released back into the Southern Ocean after rehabilitation.

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Updated: Nov 22nd, 2024, 10:08 AM ET

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Gus, an emperor penguin discovered on a beach in Denmark, Australia, was released back into the ocean after 20 days of rehabilitation. Found malnourished, he recovered under the care of wildlife caregiver Carol Biddulph. Despite being underweight for his species, his return to the Southern Ocean was timely due to the approaching summer. This marks a rare occurrence, as emperor penguins are typically only seen in Antarctica, raising awareness about climate change’s impact on their habitats.

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