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Emperor penguins in Antarctica are far more plentiful than previously thought, a study that used extremely high-resolution imagery snapped by satellites has revealed.... "Because they are smaller and breed on rock, rather than nice, white snow, it is more difficult, and we are still working on the technique," Fretwell said. Some scientists have attempted similar work on seals, he added. A study to estimate Arctic seal populations from airplanes is under way right now in...


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A new study using satellite mapping technology reveals there are twice as many emperor penguins in Antarctica than previously thought. The results provide an important benchmark for monitoring the impact of environmental... On the ice, emperor penguins with their black and white plumage stand out against the snow and colonies are clearly visible on satellite imagery. (Photo Credit: Paul Ponganis, National Science Foundation). On the ice, emperor penguins with...
Scientists determined first-ever census for emperor penguins ...

From Science Daily: “A new study using satellite mapping technology reveals there are twice as many emperor penguins in Antarctica than previously thought. The results... Aren't penguins just snow chickens? Sounds to me...
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