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Pesto's Mohawk: Viral Penguin Molts
Pesto, a king penguin chick, is going viral for his impressive size and "Mohawk" look as he molts into adulthood.
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- What is happening to Pesto the penguin?
- Pesto, a king penguin chick at SEA Life Melbourne Aquarium, is molting and developing a "Mohawk" look due to his baby feathers being replaced with waterproof adult feathers.
- Describe the molting process for king penguin chicks.
- The molting process involves shedding fluffy brown feathers to reveal sleek, waterproof feathers, and it requires a lot of energy, sometimes causing penguins to lose weight.
- What is significant about a king penguin's first molt?
- Pesto's molting process is expected around 10 months of age and can last up to 6 weeks; this is a significant milestone in a king penguin's life as it marks their transition to foraging for themselves.
- What has been the internet's response to Pesto's molting?
- Pesto's adorable molting process has gained over 2 billion views worldwide, with many internet users expressing emotional reactions to his rapid growth and transformation.
- How much does Pesto weigh, and how does it compare to his parents?
- Pesto weighs an impressive 49 pounds, exceeding the combined weight of his parents, Hudson and Tango, who each weigh 24 pounds.