How do emperor penguins adapt to the environment?

Answer 1

The first documentation of penguins date back to the 1600's. They were observed by explorers in the colder regions.

The word "Penguin" means "fat winged" one in Portuguese if you are curious how these creatures got that name. Many agree that the name is quite unique for such an unusual type of bird.

It is believed the first penguins were living in Peru more than 36 million years ago.

Penguins are well known for their tuxedo style of look - with the black and white, which gives them a unique appearence. They are a type of bird even though none of the species are able to fly. It is believed they are descendents of very early types of birds.

Scientists believe that they had to adapt to living in the water rather than just on land in order to survive. As a result what was once feathers and wings for them to fly became flappers for them to swim with but they lost the ability to fly.

There are some penguins out there that are all white, but they are very rare. They don't have the camouflage that others do though so they end up being more accessible to predators. They are also hunted often by people even though it is illegal to do so. Many people believe that a white penguin is albino but it is actually a type of penguin that simply isn't well known.

Answer 2

Emperor penguins have a thick layer of blubber and dense feathers to insulate themselves from the harsh Antarctic cold. They also have a unique breeding strategy, where the males incubate the eggs on their feet to keep them warm during the winter months. Their streamlined bodies and flipper-like wings help them swim efficiently and navigate through the icy waters in search of food.