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They’re black, white and very cute. But not all gentoo penguins are the same

ABC Australia · May 20, 2026, 7:25 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

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Gentoo penguins were thought to be a standalone species, but a new study says there are four distinct species — and it could lead to better conservation plans.

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They’re black, white and very cute. But not all gentoo penguins are the same

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