The penguin chicks at the NEW Zoo & Adventure Park are ready for names.
The two brothers, born November 12th and 17th are reportedly doing well, growing as they should and currently in the process of molting into their first “swimming feathers.”
Zookeepers have already noticed their distinct personalities developing: Chick #1 is a calmer bird, who seems to adjust to new experiences quickly, while Chick #2 is a little less inclined to hang out with people, and not afraid to use his beak to explore the world around him.
Zookeepers have narrowed down the choices to three sets of names, including Clark and Eddie, as inspired by the movie A Christmas Vacation, Gilbert & Linus in honor of the Zoo’s veterinarian, Dr. Gilbert, and Raul & Marco, as inspired by penguins in books & movies.
To make your donation, vote for your favorite set of names, and help support penguin conservation, visit the NEW Zoo website, or go to the Visitor Center building. Voting will remain open until February 10th.
