We recently kicked off the beginning of African penguin nesting season! This program helps to ensure the healthy breeding population of endangered African penguins as part of our participation in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) African Penguin Species Survival Plan. | Mystic Aquarium

Ever wonder what it’s like in the penguin habitat during nesting season? 🐧 Let’s pop in for a peek! To attract and keep mates, penguins are very particular about which twigs and stones they use to construct nests. This can lead to swiping choice items from other penguins, making guarding nests nearly as important as building them. Materials are plentiful at Shedd, and yet this natural foraging behavior persists. | Shedd Aquarium