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April 25 is #WorldPenguinDay which coincides with their winter migration to more nourishing waters. It's a chance to admire and protect these birds, whose habitat is under increasing threat.

Manchots Adélie, aux abords de la base Dumont d'Urville, en Terre Adélie
Manchots Adélie, aux abords de la base Dumont d'Urville, en Terre Adélie

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This World Penguin Day is a reminder of just how precious and fragile they are, and coincides with the annual migration of Adélie penguins, who swim north for the winter in search of food. This is an opportunity to bring you a selection of reports on penguins, or simply superb photos taken by our scientists during their expeditions.

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