By Sakshi Sah
Published Sep 24, 2024

Hindustan Times
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Photo Credit: Sea Life Melbourne

Baby penguin's massive transformation to hit 100x its birth weight: 5 pics

In a sea of black and white penguins at Melbourne's Sea Life Aquarium, one baby bird stands out – Pesto, a fluffy, chocolate-brown king penguin who has taken the world by storm.

Pesto, with his chocolatey brown feathers and fluffy appearance, is much larger than his foster parents, weighing more than both of them combined.

Affectionately called a "fatty," "absolute unit," and even a "linebacker," Pesto's size and cuteness have made him a viral superstar.

Travellers from around the world are flocking to Melbourne’s Sea Life Aquarium to see Pesto in person, thanks to his internet stardom.

Born in January weighing only 200g, Pesto has grown over a hundred times bigger. At nine months old, he weighs an incredible 22.5kg.

Pesto is the largest chick the aquarium has ever seen, far surpassing the usual size for baby penguins at his age.

It’s normal for baby penguins to gain weight after hatching, but no one at the aquarium expected Pesto to become this massive.

From social media to breakfast TV shows, Pesto's unique charm and size have made him a true global sensation.

As Pesto continues to grow, the world watches eagerly, wondering what’s next for this beloved "chonky" king penguin who has captured hearts worldwide.

The dedicated team at Melbourne’s Sea Life Aquarium works hard to care for Pesto and his fellow penguins, ensuring they are healthy and happy while educating visitors about their species.

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