Penguins wandering on street ‘wonder’ where the humans have gone

Penguin and Seabird rehabilitation centre SANCCOB shared the clip of their penguin three residents on Twitter.

Updated on: Apr 19, 2020, 14:44:13 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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What were the penguins wandering around on a quiet Cape Town street wondering about? Probably they were thinking where all the humans went – or at least that is what netizens suggest. A video of the trio waddling on the streets also made its way online and it has now prompted all sorts of reactions.

The image shows the three penguins. (Twitter/@SANCCOB)

Penguin and Seabird rehabilitation centre SANCCOB shared the clip of their three residents on Twitter. They tweeted that the birds are exploring the town amid lockdown under the watchful eyes of the rangers.

In the video, the trio explores the empty street. At one moment, the penguin at the front stops, waits for the other two to catch up and then races off again.

Since being shared, the video has gathered over 9.4 lakh views – and the numbers are only increasing. While some couldn’t stop commenting on its adorableness, others were simply happy to see the video. A few also took a hilarious route while commenting.

“They’re on their way to rob a bank. I am convinced,” joked a Twitter user. “The little hop onto the pavement so law-abiding,” expressed another. “Are they searching for the humans?” questioned a third. “Teasing us humans,” wrote another.

Here’s how others reacted:

What do you think of the penguin trio?

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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