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Shedd Aquarium Welcomes Two New Rockhopper Penguins

Guests can see Tussock and Pinguino at the aquarium's Polar Play Zone.

Tussock and Pinguino were introduced to the other penguins in the colony at the Shedd, as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' "Species Survival Plan."
Tussock and Pinguino were introduced to the other penguins in the colony at the Shedd, as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' "Species Survival Plan." (CBS)

By CBS Chicago Staff:

CHICAGO (CBS) — The Shedd Aquarium has two new female southern rockhopper penguins, as officials hope to help boost the species' dwindling population.

Tussock and Pinguino recently were introduced to the other penguins in the colony at the Shedd, as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' "Species Survival Plan."

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