What happened to the penguins on Pig island?
What happened to the penguins on Pig island? The cause of the population collapse remains a mystery with scientists speculating that climate fluctuations or disease could be to blame. In 1997, a particularly strong El Niño weather event warmed the southern Indian Ocean, pushing the fish and squid on which king penguins depend south, beyond their foraging range.
Can you still walk to Penguin Island?
Their advice is 'Do not walk or wade across the sandbar to Penguin Island. Strong rips and currents can occur, water depth and conditions change rapidly. People have drowned attempting this crossing. Use the ferry service at all times.