Why are there no penguins in the Arctic and what it tells us about evolution
Penguins and polar bears do not share icy landscapes. Penguins evolved in the Southern Hemisphere, adapting to cold waters and abundant food. Warm equatorial waters and the lack of flight prevent them from reaching the Arctic. Predators in the Arctic also pose a significant threat. Their unique adaptations have secured their place in the south.
Penguins and polar bears do not share icy landscapes. Penguins evolved in the Southern Hemisphere, adapting to cold waters and abundant food. Warm equatorial waters and the lack of flight prevent them from reaching the Arctic. Predators in the Arctic also pose a significant threat. Their unique adaptations have secured their place in the south.
