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Splash, Play, Explore: The Penguin Exhibit You've Been Waiting For! Opening at Roger Williams Park Zoo Memorial Day Weekend

Roger Williams Park Zoo is diving into summer with a splash—welcoming a dozen quirky, sun-loving penguins in a brand-new exhibit opening this Memorial Day weekend.Most people imagine snow and ice when they think of penguins, but our Humboldt penguins are from the hot, arid coastal regions of Chile and Peru; Humboldt penguins inhabit these coastal regions, favoring rocky environments near nutrient-dense waters. Humboldt penguins stand 15-18 inches tall and weigh about 9 pounds. Their waterproof, insulating