Shedd Aquarium Penguins Explore at Soldier Field

Posted By : The Animal Facts Editorial Team

Date: November 24, 2020 10:36 am

Shedd Aquarium penguins at Soldier Field

The penguins explore on the grass at Soldier Field

Photo Credit: ©Shedd Aquarium/Brenna Hernandez

A group of four Magellanic penguins from the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, United States have gone on a field trip to the neighboring Soldier Field. The awesome foursome stormed the field on their latest field trip which follows visits to the Field Museum and the MCA.

Izzy and Darwin who have been on the previous excursions were joined for this adventure by Tombo and Charlotte under the watchful eye of their caretakers.

The penguins got plenty of exercise as they speed through the tunnel, explored the field and inspected the locker rooms.

The penguins explore the change rooms at Soldier Field

Photo Credit: ©Shedd Aquarium/Brenna Hernandez

These excursions are cute for us to watch but are important to keep the penguins mentally stimulated. On each trip they experience new sounds, smells and sensations including grass under their feet. This variety is important for the birds and their keepers work hard to ensure no two days are ever the same.

Video Credit : Shedd Aquarium

The penguins explore on the grass at Soldier Field

Photo Credit: ©Shedd Aquarium/Brenna Hernandez

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Soldier field was set up during their visit for the Chicago Fire soccer match. The stadium is currently hosting a number of Covid safe events.

The Shedd Aquarium is currently closed to the public to help reduce the spread of Covid-19. You can keep updated with the aquarium through their website and social media.