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The gentoo penguin is easily recognisable by the white stripe that runs across the top of its head and its bright orange-red bill. Known for their incredible speed in the water and sociable nature, gentoos inhabit the cold coastal waters of the Southern Hemisphere. These penguins are agile hunters, capable of deep dives in pursuit of their prey, and are often seen in large, bustling colonies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1289,"parent":0,"template":"","class_list":["post-1278","animals","type-animals","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","type_category-birds"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nDiscover Gentoo Penguin Life | Dingle Oceanworld Aquarium<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Meet the gentoo penguin colony at Dingle Oceanworld. 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