Emperor Penguins reside in around 40 colonies along the entire Antarctic coast, enduring some of the planet's harshest weather. Their four - layer small feathers block the wind, and their social behavior offers more warmth and protection. The scientific name, Aptenodytes forsteri, has an interesting origin. 'Aptenodytes' means featherless naver, though penguins do have feathers, just not large, easily - distinguishable ones like flying birds. 'Forsteri' honors naturalist J.R. Forster, who spotted and described these penguins during Captain James Cook's 1700s sea voyage past Antarctica. These charming Emperor Penguin figurines are perfect for various uses. They can serve as cupcake toppers or decorations for your party. You can also incorporate them into Antarctica or ocean - themed projects. Standing nearly one inch tall, they are tiny yet realistic, with the classic black - and - white color and a yellow tinge near the chin.

Using these Emperor Penguin figurines is super easy. If you're using them as cupcake toppers, just gently place them on top of your freshly - baked cupcakes. For party decorations, you can scatter them around the party area or arrange them in groups. When working on Antarctica or ocean projects, they can be glued onto your project board or used as part of a diorama. As for care, keep them away from sharp objects to avoid scratches. If they get dirty, you can use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe them clean. Don't expose them to excessive moisture as it might damage their paint.