Curious penguin jumps into expedition boat in Antarctica

Researchers say he wasn't the only one.

Thursday 18 January 2018 22:01 GMT

Playful penguin jumps into Australian Antarctic Division boat to say hello

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Researchers in Antarctica didn't have to pick up a penguin because one jumped into their boat.

The creature popped up for a quick visit while the Australia Antarctic Division were on an expedition in his waters.

The team said he wasn't the only one and eight more inquisitive penguins came by to investigate.

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Curious penguin jumps into expedition boat in Antarctica

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