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Native to the coasts of South Africa and Namibia, the African penguin is a seabird as endearing as it is recognizable. It is sometimes called the "pink-eyed penguin" because of the pinkish spots above its eyes, which help it regulate its body temperature.
Surprisingly, unlike the emperor penguin, which lives in Antarctica, the African penguin nests in temperate, sunny regions. These penguins are excellent swimmers and can dive to depths of over 100 meters to catch fish and squid. They also communicate with surprising vocalizations that resemble the braying of a donkey, earning them the nickname "donkey penguin."
This Papo figurine faithfully reproduces the African penguin: contrasting black and white plumage, realistic details and careful posture. An ideal model to enrich a collection of marine animals, invent stories about the African coasts or raise children's awareness of the protection of this now endangered species.
Native to the coasts of South Africa and Namibia, the African penguin is a seabird as endearing as it is recognizable. It is sometimes called the "pink-eyed penguin" because of the pinkish spots above its eyes, which help it regulate its body temperature.
Surprisingly, unlike the emperor penguin, which lives in Antarctica, the African penguin nests in temperate, sunny regions. These penguins are excellent swimmers and can dive to depths of over 100 meters to catch fish and squid. They also communicate with surprising vocalizations that resemble the braying of a donkey, earning them the nickname "donkey penguin."
This Papo figurine faithfully reproduces the African penguin: contrasting black and white plumage, realistic details and careful posture. An ideal model to enrich a collection of marine animals, invent stories about the African coasts or raise children's awareness of the protection of this now endangered species.
Once Upon a Time There was Papo
For almost 25 years now, Papo has been helping children to grow and to discover the world around them. Childhood is a time of dreams and adventures, and this was what we had in mind when we decided to create our first princesses, princes, dragons and knights. Thanks to the originality of its products and the extreme care taken with product quality and safety, Papo has won children and parents over the years. Papo is now a reference in the world of model figures and continues to develop new ranges to inspire the imaginations of children all around the world. In an age of mass consumption and throwaway goods, Papo continues to produce fine quality toys that last over time and can be passed on from generation to generation.