An enormous baby penguin named Pesto giant penguin is capturing hearts and drawing visitors to the Melbourne Aquarium. At just nine months old and 21 kilograms, this king penguin has gone viral, attracting millions of views on social media platforms.
Pesto the Giant Penguin Star is Born
Pesto’s impressive size is what sets him apart. Consuming 25 fish a day, he weighs more than both of his parents combined. Fans like Amanda Robar and Shaina Pyke, who saw him on TikTok, traveled specifically to catch a glimpse of the famous penguin. “He’s gone viral, and I had to see him for myself,” said Pyke.
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The aquarium has seen a surge in ticket sales, with visitors eager to ensure that Pesto is on display. “Guests are constantly asking if Pesto is here, and we’ve even had people booking flights just to see him,” said Sea Life spokeswoman Olivia Wilson. The penguin’s newfound fame has also led to a spike in web traffic, especially from the US and UK.
Pesto’s Popularity Boosts Sales
Pesto fever has even impacted the aquarium’s gift shop, with penguin chick soft-toys flying off the shelves. The buzz around this chunky chick is driving up business, and his fame continues to spread globally.
Currently sporting his fluffy brown baby feathers, Pesto will eventually lose his baby weight and mature into a fully grown king penguin. For now, visitors like Larita Bouphasavann are excited to see him in all his chubby glory. “You don’t see a penguin this big every day, so it was worth the trip,” she said.
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Chunky Animals Stealing the Spotlight
Pesto’s rise to fame mirrors that of other adorable baby animals, such as Moo Deng, a pygmy hippo in Thailand, who is winning hearts worldwide.
It seems that the world can’t get enough of these chunky baby animals, and Pesto is leading the pack!
