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Award of Excellence
Paul Nicklen National Geographic
"Leopard Seal"


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A juvenile gentoo penguins peaks under the water before going to sea for the first time. They are very aware that leopard seals are lurking close by. Penguins will cross an entire Island on foot if they see or think a leopard seal is waiting for them. One penguin usually leads the charge.
 

 

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