A “New” Penguin Species Has Been Discovered on One of Earth’s Most Remote Islands

Genetic research revealed four distinct gentoo penguin species, including a newly identified species from the Kerguelen Islands. Scientists warn climate change may endanger several isolated island populations. The emperor penguin, which can grow to about 4 feet (1.2 meters) tall, is the best-known penguin species, but 17 other penguin species live across the Southern Hemisphere. [...]