Imperiled Penguins

Global warming is threatening one of the most endearing symbols of Antarctica - the penguin.
Four species of penguin are facing a dual threat from loss of nesting sites and a shortage of food.
The most vulnerable of the four species at risk is the biggest, the Emperor - the others are Gentoo, Chinstrap, and Adélie - have suffered dramatic drops in population, according to the Antarctic Penguins and Climate Change report.
WWF article HERE
National Geographic 2001 article HERE
More information on penguin research can be found on: www.penguinscience.com