Macquarie Island Collection

Royal penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli) walks along the beach. Sandy bay, Macquarie Island, Australian Territory

Royal penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli) colony, Macquarie Island, Australian Territory

Sub-Antarctic / Brown skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) flying away with egg stolen from a Royal penguin colony (Eudyptes schlegeli), Macquarie Island, Australian Territory. December

Royal penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli) collects a pebble for its nest on the beach. Sandy bay, Macquarie Island, Australian Territory

Subantarctic or Brown skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) stealing an egg from a Royal penguin colony (Eudyptes schlegeli) on Macquarie Island, Australian Territory

Royal Penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli), Macquarie Island, Antarctica

Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga leonina)
wide angle, close up, front on humerous image

Macquarie Island, Austrailia. Colony of King Penguins, Soft focus

Macquerie Island, Australia. A pair of Royal penguins come ashore

Penguins head over heels in love
King Penguins courting on Macquarie Island in the Australian Sub Antarctic. The male is scratching the female under her chin as she has her head bowed in ecstasy and one flipper raised

Three Royal Penguins on beach
Three Royal Penguins walking down Sandy Bay beach on Macquarie Island in the Australian Sub Antarctic. Two of the penguins have one foot in the air and raised flippers

King Penguins courting on Macquarie Island

Royal Penguin walking on beach
Royal Penguin walking on the beach at Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island in the Australian Sub Antarctic. The penguin is in profile with his head turned towards the camera

King Penguins courting on Macquarie Island in the Australian Sub Antarctic

Odd one out
Five King penguins looking right and one looking down at Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island, in the Australian Sub Antarctic

Three Royal Penguins walking on beach
Three Royal Penguins walking on the beach at Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island, in the Australian Sub Antarctic. The penguins are in profile but the leader has his head turned towards the camera

Royal Penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli) return from sea, Macquarie Island, Austalian sub-Antarctic

Royal Penguins (Eudyptes schlegelii) endemic, wild, Macquarie Island, sub-Antarctic Australia

Australia, Macquarie Island, Buckles Bay. King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Australia, subantarctic Macquarie Island. Royal penguins

Royal Penguin, (Eudyptes schlegeli), returning from sea, Macquarie Island, sub-Antarctic Australia

Adult Royal Penguin (Eudyptes Schlegeli). Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island, Subantarctic Australia
Anja Fleig / SplashdownDirect

Fighting young Royal Penguins (Eudyptes Schlegeli). Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island, Subantarctic Australia
Anja Fleig / SplashdownDirect

Moulting and still fighting Royal Penguins (Eudyptes Schlegeli). Sandy Bay, Macquarie Island, Subantarctic Australia
Anja Fleig / SplashdownDirect

Royal Penguin - colony, showing habitat Hurd point, Macquarie Island
AU-34-GR Royal Penguin - colony, showing habitat Hurd point, Macquarie Island Eudyptes schlegeli Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

GRB03075
AUS-878 Royal penguins - colony The Nuggets, Macquarie Island, Tasmania, Australian SubAntarctic Eudyptes schlegeli Graham Robertson / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for

GRB02810
AUS-873 Royal penguin - large colony Macquarie Island (World Heritage Area), Sub-Antarctic, administered by Tasmania, Australia Eudyptes schlegeli Graham Robertson / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape

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"Exploring the Enchanting Macquarie Island: A Haven for Royal Penguins" As the waves gently caress the shore, a majestic Royal penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli) gracefully strolls along the beach, its vibrant orange beak contrasting against its sleek black and white feathers. This enchanting island, located in Australian Territory, is home to a thriving colony of these regal creatures. In this sub-Antarctic paradise, nature's dramas unfold before your eyes. Witness as a mischievous Brown skua (Stercorarius antarcticus) takes flight with an egg stolen from a vulnerable nest. The determined Royal penguin diligently collects pebbles to create a cozy sanctuary for its future offspring. Amidst this delicate balance of life and survival, Southern Elephant Seals (Mirounga leonina) bask lazily on the rocky shores while Leopard Seals engage in fierce battles with their formidable opponents. Macquarie Island becomes an arena where strength and resilience are put to the test. Soft focus captures the ethereal beauty of King Penguins gathered in colonies, their striking plumage creating mesmerizing patterns against the backdrop of this remote haven. A pair of Royal penguins emerges from crystal-clear waters onto sandy shores, marking their arrival with grace and elegance. Love is also in full bloom on Macquarie Island as penguins waddle head over heels for their chosen mates. Their playful courtship dances fill the air with joyous melodies that resonate throughout this extraordinary landscape. Three Royal Penguins stand side by side on the beach; united they face whatever challenges lie ahead. Together they embody unity and perseverance amidst harsh conditions - true symbols of resilience found within every corner of Macquarie Island. So come forth and immerse yourself in this captivating world where nature reigns supreme – Macquarie Island awaits your discovery.