Sphen rose to global fame in 2018 when he partnered with fellow male gentoo penguin Magic.

Sphen, one half of world-famous gay penguin couple, dies aged 11

Hull's The Deep had heralded the arrival of the Gentoo penguin on 18 June, but said it was not strong enough to survive.

Aquarium announces death of penguin chick born on Father's Day

After experiencing some occasional wobbling Chaka the Fairy penguin was taken to specialists for an MRI to investigate his balance issues.

'Wobbly' penguin receives MRI scan in 'world first'

Many in Dover were left confounded by the apparent appearance of a "penguin" along the promenade. However, bird experts believe the creature is a guillemot.

Is that a penguin? Mystery as people spot waddling bird in seaside town

Gay penguins Jumbs and Kermit adopted the chick after its parents abandoned it at Wingham Wildlife Park in Kent. 

Gay penguins adopt chick after parents abandon it

Two Welsh tourists who stole a penguin from a theme park in Australia have been fined a thousand Australian dollars. 

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Sphen, one half of world-famous gay penguin couple, dies aged 11

Aquarium announces death of penguin chick born on Father's Day

'Wobbly' penguin receives MRI scan in 'world first'

Is that a penguin? Mystery as people spot waddling bird in seaside town

Gay penguins adopt chick after parents abandon it

Pick up a penguin - and a hefty fine