ZapperZ said:
Not unless they have received a grant to travel to Antarctica to do "hands on" research.Ibix said:
Revisited? How many papers on penguin’s fecal ballistics have I missed?jtbell said:
Their data was cr... (ahem) crud.kuruman said:
F=ma, Baby!kuruman said:
Penguins have several adaptations that help them stay warm in their icy habitats. Their dense feathers trap air close to their bodies, providing insulation. They also have a layer of fat under their skin, which acts as an additional insulation layer. Additionally, penguins have a counter-current heat exchange system in their flippers and legs, which allows them to conserve body heat by minimizing heat loss through their extremities.
Penguins are excellent swimmers and divers due to their streamlined bodies and strong flippers. They propel themselves through the water using their flippers and steer with their feet. To dive, penguins use a technique called "porpoising," where they leap out of the water and then dive back in at an angle. This helps them conserve energy and reach deeper depths.
Penguins have a remarkable ability to navigate and return to their breeding grounds, even after months of being at sea. They use various cues, such as the sun, stars, and Earth's magnetic field, to orient themselves. They also have a strong sense of smell, which helps them recognize their colony's unique scent and find their way back.
Penguins have a complex system of vocalizations and body language to communicate with each other. They use different calls to attract mates, defend territories, and warn of predators. They also use visual cues, such as head movements and flapping their flippers, to convey messages.
Penguins have evolved various strategies to protect their eggs and chicks from predators and harsh weather conditions. They form colonies, which provide safety in numbers, and take turns incubating the eggs and caring for the chicks. They also build nests out of pebbles and rocks to keep their eggs off the cold ground. Some penguin species also have a unique behavior called "creching," where they group their chicks together for warmth and protection while they go out to hunt for food.