Magellanic penguins are native to Chile, Argentina, and the Falkland Islands. They were first seen and recorded by Ferdinand Magellan during his early explorations of South America in the 1500s.

These penguins eat small fish, crustaceans, krill, and squid, and can swim at speeds of up to 15 miles per hour when pursuing prey. They can dive to depths of 75 meters.