18/05/2026
Our Humboldt penguin family just got a little bigger… we have recently welcomed a chick into the world!🐧🐣
Proud parents Williams and Churro are doing a fantastic job one month into parenthood, and their little one is growing well under their watchful eyes. In these photos, you can see Keeper Dan carefully weighing the chick, an important part of monitoring its development.
🐣 What happens next?
🐧 Humboldt penguin chicks are covered in soft down at first and will stay in the nest and rely on their parents for warmth and food. They are usually dependent on mum and dad for around 2–3 months, being fed regurgitated fish.
🌊 At around 10–12 weeks old, they begin to lose their fluffy down and waterproof feathers grow in. Once fully feathered, they become “fledged” and ready to take their first swims, marking a big milestone in their journey to independence!
We can’t wait to watch this little one grow and keep you updated along the way🐧Come on down to the penguin pool to see if you can spot this little fluffball!💙