What is the habitat of macaroni penguins?
Macaroni penguins are located in Antarctic and sub-Antarctic regions that include South Georgia Island, islands of the Scotia Arc and the Falkland Islands. More than 10 million macaroni penguins can be found in the Arctic region.BreedingThere are at least 50 known macaroni penguin breeding grounds in the South Atlantic and Indian oceans.NestsMacaroni penguins nest on flat or rocky ground, often seeking out large rocks or long grass for shelter and protection. They create shallow holes in the ground for nests, typically in mud or gravel.SwimmingWhen not on the breeding grounds, the macaroni penguin spends most of its time swimming in the open ocean.ThreatsThreats to the macaroni penguin’s natural habitat include such predators as sea lions, leopard seals, orcas and birds.
