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Percy the Penguin is the last surviving Penguin at the Cotswold Wildlife Park in Burford
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Percy the Penguin is the last surviving Penguin at the Cotswold Wildlife Park in Burford
Percy the Penguin is the last surviving Penguin at the Cotswold Wildlife Park in Burford Oxfordshire after a mystery virus has killed off all his flock. Percy is only ten months old
Victor Crawshaw
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Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*362320
Media ID 21491359
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In this poignant print captured by Victor Crawshaw, we are introduced to Percy the Penguin, a symbol of resilience and survival. Standing alone in his enclosure at the Cotswold Wildlife Park in Burford Oxfordshire, Percy is the last remaining penguin after a devastating mystery virus claimed the lives of his entire flock. At just ten months old, Percy's youth contrasts with the weight of responsibility he now carries as the sole survivor. His small stature against the vastness of nature serves as a reminder of both vulnerability and strength. The desolate backdrop hints at an uncertain future for this young penguin. Nature has always been unpredictable, but witnessing such loss within a species evokes a sense of urgency to protect our fragile ecosystems. This photograph encapsulates not only one individual's struggle but also raises awareness about conservation efforts needed to safeguard wildlife populations from similar threats. Percy's story resonates beyond his immediate surroundings; it becomes emblematic of humanity's role in preserving biodiversity and ensuring that no creature faces extinction due to preventable circumstances. As we gaze upon this image frozen in time, may it serve as a call to action - reminding us all that every life matters and that together we can make a difference for our planet and its inhabitants.
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