Context:
Over 200 Gentoo penguins have been found dead in the Falkland Islands due to the spread of the H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus.
Gentoo Penguins:
- Characteristics – Band of white feathers extending across the top of the head
- A black throat and a brush tail that is large in comparison with other penguin species
- Distribution – Exclusively located in the Southern Hemisphere
- Notable concentration – Falkland Islands in the South Atlantic Ocean.
- Threats –
- Predators like Weddel Seals
- Pathogens like Avian Influenza
- Conservation status – Least Concern under IUCN Red List
Falkland Islands:
- Location – South Atlantic Ocean (East of Argentina)
- Capital – Stanley (largest city of the Falkland Islands)
- Known for – Large colonies of penguins such as Magellanic Penguin.
- Status – British Overseas Territory
- Issue – Conflict between Britain and Argentina over the territory
Source : Down To Earth
Previous Year Question
Which one of the following is a filter feeder?
[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2021 Prelims]
(a) Catfish
(b) Octopus
(c) Oyster
(d) Pelica
Answer: (c)
