Penguins - Worksheet

The intriguing question of why penguins are absent from the North Pole is addressed in this educational worksheet. The primary reason for their exclusive residency in the southern hemisphere is safety. The South Pole provides a secure environment for penguins to lay their eggs without the threat of predators that are present in the Arctic. This geographical choice helps ensure the survival of their offspring and contributes to the thriving penguin populations in Antarctic regions.

When it comes to their diet, penguins are seafood connoisseurs. They predominantly feast on fish, supplementing their diet with other marine creatures like squid. Despite their salty habitat, penguins have adapted to drink seawater. They possess a unique gland that enables them to filter out the salt, allowing them to stay hydrated without any ill effects. The worksheet also prompts learners to reflect on their understanding of penguin habitats and diet, as well as to consider the types of animals that inhabit extreme climates, whether perpetually hot or cold.