Where do penguins live in the wild?
Quick Answer
Penguins live almost entirely in the Southern Hemisphere, from Antarctica to subantarctic islands and temperate coasts. A few species live as far north as the equator in the Galápagos Islands.
The Full Story
Penguins are found in the Southern Hemisphere, with species living on Antarctica, subantarctic islands, South America, southern Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Most species breed in cold or cool regions, but the Galápagos penguin lives near the equator on the Galápagos Islands. Penguins are highly adapted to life in the sea, using their wings as flippers for swimming. Their distribution spans a wide range of climates, from icy Antarctic shores to rocky tropical islands.
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