On the brink, the plight of the African penguin

African Penguins, also known as Jackass Penguins due to their donkey-like sounds, are small birds found on Africa's southwestern coast. They face extinction in 15 years due to population decline caused by commercial fishing competition, human development, poaching, and oil spills. These penguins are pursuit divers, primarily eating fish and squid, but must travel further to find food due to these threats.

What is the nickname of the African Penguin and why?

• Diver Penguin, because they dive for food

• Little Penguin, because of their small size

• Tourist Penguin, as they are popular with visitors

• Jackass Penguin, due to their donkey-like sounds

What is the primary diet of African Penguins?

• Small mammals

• Fish and squid

• Insects and berries

• Seaweed and algae

What is one major reason for the decline in African Penguin populations?

• Increased predation by sharks

• Competition with commercial fishing

• Lack of nesting sites

• Climate change

Which human activities are affecting the African Penguin population?

• Deforestation and mining

• Urban development and poaching

• Agriculture and hunting

• Tourism and fishing

What is the potential future of African Penguins if current trends continue?

• They could become extinct in 15 years

• They will migrate to new areas

• They will adapt to new food sources

• They will thrive and increase in number