King penguin

/kˈɪŋ pˈɛŋɡwɪn/

[noun]

King penguin

[NOUN]

a large and majestic species of penguin, characterized by its distinctive orange and yellow plumage

synonyms : Aptenodytes patagonica

What is a "king penguin"?

A king penguin is a majestic species of penguin found in the sub-Antarctic regions, known for its impressive size, vibrant orange and yellow plumage on the neck and head, and its ability to withstand harsh cold climates. With a regal appearance and dignified posture, the king penguin stands out among its counterparts and has adapted well to its oceanic and icy surroundings. It forms large breeding colonies, exhibits strong parental care, and showcases remarkable swimming and diving skills, making it a fascinating and iconic species of the Southern Hemisphere.

Examples

1. I spent a week in the wintertime in South Georgia Island in an all out blizzard with something like 100,000 king penguins working on a book called "The Living Wild."

2. The production wanted to use king penguins to add some flair to Danny DeVito's dastardly Penguin character, but the only tame ones in captivity were held in a bird sanctuary deep in the English countryside.