Waddle like a penguin
Ocean in Motion exhibit
Waddle on over! African penguins might look funny as they march across land, but they're swimming superstars. Discover how these amazing birds move on land and dart through the water. Then, play some games and let your creativity make a splash.
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See how penguins waddle
Can you find the matching penguins?
Game
Animal match
Put your memory to the test! Match clownfish, seahorses, garden eels, and other amazing ocean animals.
Play now – Animal matchMore about African penguins
Animal
African penguin
Not all penguins live in snow—African penguins thrive along South Africa's coast in a mild climate.
More penguin fun
Exhibit
Meet our African penguins
Learn more about the waddling African penguins that call Monterey Bay Aquarium home.
Read more – Meet our African penguins
Story
How to speak penguin
Penguins are birds, but they don’t chirp; they bray. Here’s a guide to understanding their language.
Read story – How to speak penguin
Coloring page
Penguins coloring page
Color these five playful penguins waddling!
Go now – Penguins coloring page
Activity
Penguin headband template
Grades: PreK–2
Make your own penguin headband and have a penguin party!
Watch the penguins live
Live cam
Penguin Cam
Our Penguin Cam is currently offline as we renovate our exhibits. Thank you for your patience.
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General content
Hold on like a seahorse
Twist, wrap, and hold on! Explore the amazing world of big-belly seahorses and dive into some underwater fun.
Read more – Hold on like a seahorse
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Leap like a blenny
Ready, set, leap! Meet the leaping blenny and discover how this amazing little fish hops from rock to rock.
Read more – Leap like a blenny
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Flutter & march like a cuttlefish
Flutter and march! Discover how flamboyant cuttlefish move, change colors, and explore the seafloor.
Read more – Flutter & march like a cuttlefish
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Sway like a garden eel
Sway this way! Discover how garden eels peek out of sandy burrows and catch food in the ocean current.
Read more – Sway like a garden eel