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A penguin is any of an order
(Sphenisciformes) of marine flightless birds,
mostly black and white, found in the southern
hemisphere. They range in size from 40cm
(1.6ft) to 1.2m (4ft) tall, and have thick
feathers to protect them from the intense
cold. They are awkward on land, but their
wings have evolved into flippers, making them
excellent swimmers.
Subject by: Vince Pike