Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) breeding colony at Petermann Island, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

gentoo penguin pygoscelis papua breeding colony petermann island antarctica southern ocean polar regions wildlife nature seabirds animal behavior rocky terrain overcast skies natural habitat colony gathering southern hemisphere cold climate shore ocean view penguin socialization habitat conservation species protection avian life tundra migratory birds breeding season ecological balance remote islands animal instinct group behavior niche environment coastal habitat ecosystem diversity biogeography climate influence habitat dynamics antarctic wildlife marine life biodiversity animal kingdom ocean ecosystem extreme environment penguin population natural setting wilderness breeding grounds