Oregon Zoo's baby Humboldt penguins hit the water

Lisa Peterson
Updated

Two new Humboldt baby penguins that recently hatched in the spring are now ready to hit the water!

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These cuties reside at the Oregon Zoo, home to one of the largest Humboldt penguin populations in the United States.

Humboldt penguins are extremely unique creatures. The Oregon Zoo shares one of the species' quirkiest distinguishing factors that helps them "fish" for food:
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The Oregon Zoo is full of adorable animals to visit. Check out some of the incredible creatures featured on their Vine page below:

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