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Marine Birds

Salt Excretion in Birds

Penguins: 17 species found in southern hemisphere Spends 75% of lifetime in water

Penguin Adaptations: Heavy, solid bones for diving Watertight feathers (up to 70 per sq. in.) Blubber for insulation Oil gland for coating feathers Black & white counter shading Deep divers - 500 m, 15 min. Paddle-like feet Streamline, fusiform body - 15 mph Social

Nesting

Nests on pack ice

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