An Adélie Penguin Slid Right Past Us in Antarctica | Dodo Itineraries

Join us on an exciting adventure in Antarctica as we observe an adorable Adélie penguin making its way down a snowy hill! For ten thrilling minutes, we watch as this curious little penguin slides and waddles, showcasing its unique way of moving. Did you know they use their tiny back legs to slide? It’s fascinating to see how these penguins interact with their environment and even with us!

As we explore, we learn about the importance of protecting these incredible animals and their homes. We can't just drop our bags or sit on the ground here; we have to keep everything clean to avoid contaminating their habitat. Our gear is disinfected to ensure we don't harm their environment. Penguins have been living in this pristine world for about 40 million years, and they have only seen humans for the last 200 years. Because of this, they aren’t afraid of us, which makes our encounter even more special.

Let’s respect their space and enjoy being guests in their world, watching how they live and thrive in the beautiful, icy landscape of Antarctica!

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We just stood there and watched 🐧

Our Dodo producers Monica, Eli and Indiana traveled with @HXExpeditions to Antarctica, and moments like this are why. An Adélie penguin slides right past them and they simply take it in 🥹

This episode is part of Dodo Itineraries, our new series where journeys are built around seeing wildlife in their natural habitat ✨

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