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Beach Week: Boulders Beach Penguin Sanctuary (Classic)

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Penguins and Community: A Harmony in Simonstown

This chapter explores the enchanting penguin population in Simonstown, South Africa, detailing their integration with the local community and the protective measures implemented for their safety. Insights from a seabird rehabilitation expert highlight the challenges faced by both the penguins and the locals, along with a historical overview of the penguins' arrival in the mid-1980s.

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