King Penguins (Aptenodytes Patagonicus): The King Penguins are found on beaches, valleys and glacial moraines where they are free of snow and ice. They prefer level ground near the sea where they live in flocks. They have a silver-grey back with a blackish-brown head decorated with striking ear patches of golden-orange feathers. They are similar in appearance to the Emperor penguin but can be identified by the orange colouring on their breasts, more slender bodies and longer bills. Both males and females are similar in size and appearance with behavioural clues providing the best means of identification |