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Baby Penguin Takes First Swim at Shedd Aquarium
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A penguin goes for a quick dip.
A baby penguin takes its first swim at the Shedd Aquarium. (Shedd Aquarium/Sam Cejtin)
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Baby Penguin Takes First Swim at Shedd Aquarium
Clip: Season 2023 | 10s
A baby penguin takes its first swim at the Shedd Aquarium. (Shedd Aquarium/Sam Cejtin)
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