A new African penguin chick has been born at Lisbon Zoo. The new member of the colony is a female and can already be seen walking around the penguin habitat, where visitors have the opportunity to observe it.
The chick belongs to the 10th generation of African penguins born at Lisbon Zoo, which represents a significant milestone for the species breeding program at that zoological facility.
Lisbon Zoo did not reveal additional details about the birth date or the chick's parents, limiting itself to sharing the news with the public through its communication channels.
This species, also known as the African penguin, is classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, which makes each birth in captivity particularly relevant for the species conservation efforts.
