By 
Dyan deNapoli
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TED-Ed Original

Penguins: Popularity peril and poop

Penguins are odd birds. For one they cannot fly (but they are amazing swimmers) and contrary to popular belief the majority of penguin populations live in warmer regions. But these beloved birds are in danger with populations declining up to 90%. Dyan deNapoli explains the reasons behind the decline -- and why penguins are like the proverbial canary in the coal mine of our oceans.

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