Saturday, March 07, 2026

We Have A Witness!



From FB:
 
"In a fast-moving digital world, sometimes a single photograph captures global attention by offering a moment of simple charm. One such image ... shows a tiny penguin standing calmly beside two officers on a beach, perfectly positioned as if it were a “witness” waiting to give a formal statement about an ongoing investigation.
The photo was taken along a windy coastline where two security officers were speaking with each other, seemingly unaware of their small companion. The bird, identified as a Magellanic penguin, stood upright with its head slightly tilted, closely mirroring the posture of the humans around it. This human-like behavior sparked the internet’s imagination, with viewers creating humorous stories about the “crime” the penguin might have seen or been involved in.
Beyond the humor, the moment also reflects the real relationship between humans and wildlife in coastal regions such as Chile and Argentina, where these penguins naturally live. During migration seasons, Magellanic penguins often come ashore to rest after long journeys. In this particular situation, the officers were actually protecting the bird by keeping curious crowds at a safe distance so it could recover peacefully."
 
I just have to share this for...
 

 ... Eileen of course!
 
I do have a bit from super-humid Perth-Zoo-day, too:
 

 Maybe a wise decision!
 

 Does anyone have a guess? I think we were all washed away that day...
 
 Henry´s alter ego, the Black Swan
 

 Yah, wasn´t the smartest idea...
 

 
 

32 comments:

Adam Jones said...

I love the image of the little penguin. A picture paints a thousand words. I'd love to know what the penguin was thinking.

Iris Flavia said...

I can believe he was aware that the people were protecting him.
I read a book by a "scientist" who claimed animals can not think. We are animals, too and sometimes they think better than we do, too.

eileeninmd said...

Hello, Iris
I love the photo of the penguin standing near the officers, it looks like a witness. Cute elephant sculpture and the critter with the long tail looks like a lemur? Beautiful Black Swan does not mind the weather. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great day and a happy weekend.
PS, thank you for leaving me a comment.

Iris Flavia said...

Hello Eileen, yes a lemur it might be!And I do think the penguin knew he was being protected.
To a great day and happy weekend. Sunny, if cold here.

Tom said...

...Iris, does Henry feel like he is playing second fiddle?

My name is Erika. said...

I bet the animals in the zoo were hot too. And ha ha, that penguin does look like he's part of the process. Maybe not even just giving details, maybe he wants to be part of the team. :) hugs-Erika

Jeanie said...

That penguin photo is especially cute!

Christine said...

Cute penguin moment

CJ Kennedy said...

What a perfectly times shot with the little penguin. So cute.

RedPat said...

Such a cute little penguin, Iris.
10˚C here today!

Linda's Relaxing Lair said...

Dear friend Iris, I love all the photos. The little penguin is a cute moment. Sending you much love and hugs.

Amypie71 said...

I've only ever seen one penguin but it was many years ago here in NZ, sadly black swans have bad reputations, they are known to be a bit feisty.

Lowcarb team member said...

Aww I do like the image of the little penguin.

All the best Jan

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

Loved the penguin and the black swan.

River said...

The "Lemur" is more likely a tree kangaroo. I love the elephant statue. The penguin could be a witness: "I saw it clearly officer, a bird swooped down and stole that lady's chips" Officer: "can you describe this bird?" penguin: "white with a red beak and red feet" which describes every single seagull in Australia.

DVArtist said...

Hi Iris. I love going to the zoo. Hope your jet lag is over with.

Kathylorraine said...

Great photos-loved the little penguin-too sweet

Iris Flavia said...

Henry loves the Black Swan - his sibling! :-) Kinda...

Iris Flavia said...

LOL, I think he is part of the team and maybe understands they´re there for helping him! To that, helping, hugs

Iris Flavia said...

He knows what´s goin´ on!

Iris Flavia said...

We´re all one "people".

Iris Flavia said...

Yessss... awww..

Iris Flavia said...

Cutie-pie indeed. 4C here... Do I miss the 37+, RedPat!

Iris Flavia said...

Dear friend Linda, I think the Wee one knew they were there for helping him and he appreciated it - right? Warm hugs and much love, let us take care of one another.

Iris Flavia said...

Care about our white swans? Bit my cousin bad! LOL. If you come to Perth: Penguin Island it should be!

Iris Flavia said...

Yes, reckon he is quite aware of what is happening for him!

Iris Flavia said...

I miss them all (Sami once took us to Penguin Island near Perth, it was wonderful") - Ha and!!!! Welcome back to commenting-world!!!

Iris Flavia said...

A tree kangaroo! Thank you, oh, the day way a wet blur!
Hihi about the witness!!! Oh, I do LOVE the seagulls, video to come! Sami kinda made me... ;-)

Iris Flavia said...

I´m not lucky with zoos. Winter in Germany: No animals. Summer in Australia: No animals... I never get the right time-frame!
Speaking of time... Up at 6 a.m. on a Sunday... hrgh.

Iris Flavia said...

Yes, cute lille fella!

Shiju Sugunan said...

Such a cute witness! And the Black Swan is stunning.

Iris Flavia said...

Animals understand a lot!