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Females build nests out of guano because there are few options for nesting material in their rocky habitat. Chicks gather into groups at 14-21 days. Each group is guarded by adults, which allows individual sets of parents to go out to sea to feed. Both parents then feed their chicks.
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Adopt an African Penguin Chick
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What’s included in the $75 kit?
Benefit Code: #103075
With this gift you will receive:
- Soft plush version of your adopted animal (for age 3 and up)
- 5" x 7" formal adoption certificate
- 5" x 7" double-sided species spotlight card with photograph and facts
- WWF gift bag
- FREE priority shipping
- Personalized acknowledgment letter to your gift recipient. See sample letter.
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