Sewerby Hall and Gardens: Penguin chick enjoys first dip in enclosure

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The Humboldt chick was born at Sewerby Hall and Gardens near Bridlington in April.

By Kevin ShoesmithParents Sigsbee and Twinnie watched as their chick ventured out of its nest and took the plunge on Friday at Sewerby Hall and Gardens near Bridlington in East Yorkshire.

Head zookeeper John Pickering said: "We're thrilled to see the chick take its first swim. I'm sure this will be a special sight for our visitors."Mr Pickering added: "Its parents are very proud to see their baby growing up and starting to explore the enclosure."Keepers are unable to tell whether it is a male or female until it loses its baby feathers and the formation of its head becomes apparent.

 

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