M ost penguins build nests like other birds and usually lay two eggs a year. Emperor and king penguins, however, carry their eggs around on their feet. When the eggs hatch, the mothers and fathers take turns either hunting or carrying the baby penguins around on their toes. Where they live. T here have never been penguins at the North Pole.
All penguins live in the southern half of the earth.
They are found in the South Pole, New Zealand, southern Australia, South Africa, and along the coast of South America. Some Antarctic-dwelling species swim thousands of miles to reach warmer waters in winter, but Adelies and emperors live in very cold areas all year long. G reen Light. Scientists estimate there may be 100 million penguins alive on the earth. The only serious concern for penguins is their ocean habitat.