A First for Birch Aquarium: Little Blue Penguin Chick Reared by Its Parents
February 03, 2026
February 03, 2026
LA JOLLA, California, Feb. 3 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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A First for Birch Aquarium: Little Blue Penguin Chick Reared by Its Parents
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Penguin Parents
The incubation period lasted about five weeks, with both parents taking turns caring for the eggs. They used the warmth of their bodies to incubate the eggs, regularly checking and turning them to ensure proper development.
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A First for Birch Aquarium: Little Blue Penguin Chick Reared by Its Parents
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Penguin Parents
The incubation period lasted about five weeks, with both parents taking turns caring for the eggs. They used the warmth of their bodies to incubate the eggs, regularly checking and turning them to ensure proper development.