Sea World Opens Penguin Encounter

Sea World's newest animal exhibit 'Penguin Encounter' has opened.

The $12 million exhibit presents an amazing frozen world, home to the worldâs second largest penguin species, the King penguin as well as the agile Gentoo penguin.

Sea World Director of Marine Sciences Trevor Long said that Penguin Encounter is a world class exhibit which is sure to be a hit with children and adults alike.

Long explains "the Penguins are just amazing fun to watch; the Gentoos are very playful and active and are constantly jumping in and out of the water, while the Kings are more majestic in their behaviour.

"Penguin Encounter is a slice of Antarctica at Sea World, with up to five tonne of snow being created daily, plus icy rock formations and a crystal clear pool for the penguins to explore; it's truly a spectacular exhibit."

The initial 12 penguins - six King and six Gentoo - are the first of about 40 that will eventually be hosted in the exhibit.