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The maternal switcheroo: A zookeeper hand-feeds a Humboldt penguin chick whose parents weren't providing enough sustenance for the hatchling at Chicago's Brookfield Zoo. A penguin plushy serves as a surrogate mom.

166 posted on 02/15/2008 5:30:54 PM PST by Kathy in Alaska (~ RIP Brian...heaven's gain...the Coast Guard lost a good one.~)
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To: Kathy in Alaska

The maternal switcheroo

Ah, so cute. Thanks.


170 posted on 02/15/2008 5:48:00 PM PST by Soaring Feather (I soar- 'cause I can....then I fall off my perch...Thanks Tomkow)
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To: Kathy in Alaska; NY Attitude; Soaring Feather
I hope the baby thrives. They aren't at all like the penguin parents I know.


174 posted on 02/15/2008 6:00:35 PM PST by Lady Jag (Always look on the bright side of life)
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