Zoology: Bones

King penguins, the second-largest species of penguin, are visually striking birds with their vibrant orange and yellow markings and tuxedo-like plumage. One particularly interesting skeletal feature is their solid bones, contrasting with the hollow bones of flying birds. This dense bone structure helps them dive to depths over 300 meters by reducing buoyancy. Additionally, their flipper-like wings, anchored by a flat sternum and supported by a shortened humerus, are powerful tools for "flying" underwater, making them expert deep-sea foragers, chasing prey with remarkable agility and speed.

Länge 19.8 cm / 7 3/4 in.