They are gone *sadness*

Of course, this day would come--when the last of the Gentoos would leave for other areas. The chicks are learning how to be penguins and the older ones are enjoying the freedom of eating without having to feed others. It is a time of feasting and growth.

But for us, it is a time of sadness. We so look forward to September, when once more, they will meet at Gars O'Higgins to raise their chicks.

In the meantime, I will provide pictures of the station so that we can see how winter treats the empty rookery. Even as I write, there is a nasty storm brewing. It will be very interesting monitoring weather conditions there.

But also, I will provide more information on other penguins so that throughout the year, there will always be penguins on your minds and my own.

First the pictures....









The sleeping mountain at night--see the stars?



And finally... a wallpaper for you of little blues... more to come on them later, as their nesting time approaches. (Click on any links and and you'll get the largest size image created).



For more information on the Little Blues:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_Blue_Penguins

http://www.antarcticconnection.com/antarctic/wildlife/penguins/fairy.shtml

AND

Most importantly---want to help save these little guys?



Visit these nice folks and adopt a penguin. I did. It's an awesome feeling... :) Here is the link to a wonderful, new friendship...

http://www.penguinfoundation.org.au/


Psst! Want to know which seafood to eat to help save penguin lives?





Until next time, Ahay from Antarctica
wiinterrr