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