Rockhopper penguins migrate for months through frigid waters to find krill for their young—a trek they have made for centuries. | National Geographic

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

It isn't springtime at Shedd until the penguins start nesting! Every year, the Magellanic and rockhopper penguins pair up and build nests, using lavender twigs, rocks and more. Last year, four Magellanic chicks—Porter, Popi, Dee, and Sir Elio—joined the penguin colony, contributing to Shedd’s participation in a shared Species Survival Plan for these near-threatened birds. Stay tuned for egg updates! In the meantime, see the penguins in their nests this spring: https://shedd.link/2RvtF8B | Shedd

13K views · 860 reactions |  Happy Easter from our rockhopper penguins! Did you know, its time to nest! During this season the bird keepers are providing the rockhopper penguins with their favorite nesting material to choose from… You guessed it – ROCKS! : Samantha Amstutz | Riverbanks Zoo and Garden | Facebook