Why do penguins huddle together?

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Penguins are aquatic, flightless birds that are found in the Antarctic region around the south pole. Penguins are adapted to huddle together to stay warm in the cold climate and ensure a greater chance of survival against predators. When penguins huddle together, they conserve a lot more energy than when they are in isolation. This increases their chances of survival during storms or freezing temperatures.

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