Highlighting the importance of flightless birds like the African penguin and committing to their protection is key for your Toronto Zoo, as we celebrate #WorldPenguinDay 🐧 The African penguin, located in your Zoo’s African Savanna region, is currently listed as Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. Researchers believe that there are anywhere from 17 to 21 different types of penguins. More research is needed to determine whether certain penguin types are subspecies or species in their own right. Sadly, this unique sea bird, found in parts of South Africa and Namibia, is at risk due to over-fishing, oil pollution and climate change. As a Zoo committed to protecting their species and bringing awareness about the effects of a changing climate, we are proud to be participating in the Species Survival Plan for African penguins, welcoming over 17 chicks since 2011 🐧🧡 We are also committed to a long-term partnership with our conservation par...