'Big baby': Melbourne aquarium's huge 22.5kg penguin chick Pesto set to slim down after becoming viral star

By The Guardian | Sep 23, 2024 at 02:42 AM EST

Pesto the penguin has gained fame for being the largest chick at Sea Life Melbourne, weighing 22.5kg at less than 9 months old. Due to his size attributed to a hearty appetite, Pesto is expected to lose weight as he develops adult feathers.

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