350K views · 862 reactions | The Elmer's Glue did the trick 拾 After 18 more days of very close observation on June 12th, this egg pipped, starting it’s journey out into the world. Watch as this little  chick stretches out from it's shell for the first time on June 13th  Video credit: Ashlyn Brown, Bird Department Intern | Riverbanks Zoo and Garden | Facebook

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In the frozen heart of Antarctica, an Emperor King penguin dad stands guard. 🐧❄️ After the female lays a single egg, she heads to sea to feed — and the father takes over completely. He endures the brutal winter without eating, surviving on stored body fat while incubating and later feeding his chick. But cold isn’t the only danger. Opportunistic bullies will try to steal food — even a chick. That’s why this dad’s firm stance and sharp defensive nips matter. His baby’s survival depends entirely

10K views · 640 reactions |  time. Our little  currently eats six times a day, and each feed is approximately 85 grams. This is calculated by his/her weight, so the amount of  will increase as he/she gains weight. Right now it’s about 15-20 eye smelt a feed. #WaddleWatch | The Toronto Zoo | Facebook