Story: Penguin Counters
Episode: 3
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane

Trevor heads out on an unforgettable adventure, to meet the fascinating Adelie Penguins.

• Traveling with Viking offers a diverse range of experiences that deeply immerse guests in local cultures, but Antarctica's lack of an Indigenous population prompts a search for unique encounters.
• This adventure includes the rare opportunity to meet the region's largest land population of fauna: the Adelie Penguin.
• Adelie Penguins typically live 15-20 years in the wild and form massive colonies that can number in the thousands, playing a crucial role in the Antarctic ecosystem.
• As part of Viking’s commitment to research, penguin counters are onboard, conducting essential population counts.
• Observing the family dynamics within penguin colonies highlights their social structure, emphasising the importance of community in the harsh Antarctic environment.
• The counting process of the penguins is vital for understanding the ecosystem, including the role of krill and the impact of environmental changes on penguin populations.

For more information, head to:
https://www.vikingcruises.com.au/expeditions/cruise-destinations/antarctica/antarctic-explorer/index.html