Eudyptula Collection

Little blue penguin (Eudyptula minor), two standing on rocks at night, silhouetted against Melbourne city lights. St Kilda breakwater, Victoria, Australia. December 2016

Little penguin (Eudyptula minor) standing on rock, silhouetted by Melbourne city lights. St Kilda breakwater, Victoria, Australia. December 2016

Little penguin (Eudyptula minor) standing on rocks of St Kilda breakwater, returning to nest at dusk. Melbourne city in background. Victoria, Australia. December 2016

Little blue / fairy penguin (Eudyptula minor) coming ashore to breeding area after dusk, Phillip Island Nature Park, Victoria, Australia

Little blue / fairy penguin (Eudyptula minor) walking on pathway to nesting burrows, Neck Game Reserve, Bruny Island, Tasmania, Australia, December

DDE-90026229
Australia, Tasmania, Bass Strait. Little blue penguin Date: 23/01/2007

DDE-90026228
Australia, Tasmania, Bass Strait. Little blue penguin Date: 23/01/2007

DDE-90026227
Australia, Tasmania, Bass Strait. Little blue penguin Date: 23/01/2007

Little blue penguin, Eudyptula minor, and tufted puffin, Fratercula cirrhata. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris, 1838

Little penguin or white-flippered penguin
Little penguin, Eudyptula minor, or white-flippered penguin, Eudyptula minor albosignata (Aptenodytes minor). Handcoloured copperplate drawn

Little blue penguin (Eudyptula minor) group coming ashore after dusk, Phillip Island Nature Park, Victoria, Australia, December

Penguins at St. Kilda
Little Penguins at St. Kilda, Victoria, Australia

Eudyptula minor, little penguin
Ff. 84. Wtarecolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Aptenodytes minor and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)

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The enchanting world of the Eudyptula, also known as the Little Blue Penguin, comes to life in this captivating photo. Against the backdrop of Melbourne city lights, two penguins stand proudly on rocks at night, their silhouettes creating a mesmerizing sight. This breathtaking image was captured at St Kilda breakwater in Victoria, Australia during December 2016. As darkness falls and dusk settles in, a lone Little Blue Penguin emerges from the depths of the ocean onto its breeding area. With determination in its eyes and purpose in its step, it walks along a pathway that leads to its nesting burrows. The resilience and dedication of these incredible creatures are truly awe-inspiring. In this series of photographs labeled DDE-90026229, DDE-90026228, and DDE-90026227, we witness the beauty and grace of these charming penguins up close. Known by various names such as Fairy Penguin or White-flippered Penguin, they hold an undeniable charm that captivates hearts worldwide. Another striking image showcases a Little Blue Penguin standing on a rock near Melbourne city lights. Its silhouette against the vibrant urban skyline creates an ethereal ambiance that is both surreal and magical. Returning home after a day's adventure at sea, a group of Little Blue Penguins gather on Phillip Island Nature Park's shores under cover of darkness. Their arrival after dusk adds an air of mystery to their already fascinating existence. And finally, we are treated to an adorable sight – an almost fully feathered chick outside its nesting burrow. This precious moment captures not only the cuteness but also highlights nature's cycle unfolding before our eyes. These images serve as reminders that amidst bustling cities and modern landscapes lie hidden wonders waiting to be discovered. The Eudyptula reminds us to appreciate nature's marvels while inspiring us towards conservation efforts for these remarkable creatures who share our planet with us.