The population of emperor penguins in one part of Antarctica appears to be declining faster than previously thought, according to a new analysis of satellite imagery released Tuesday. The estimated population of 16 penguin colonies — visible in satellite photos taken between 2009 and 2024 – had declined 22% during that period

Emperor penguin populations are declining more rapidly than previously predicted, according to recent research published in Communications: Earth & Environmentand supported by satellite data. This study warns that the emperor penguin population has decreased by nearly 22% in just 15 years,