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Pierre was an African penguin at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco who became known for wearing a custom neoprene wetsuit in 2007. After losing feathers and struggling to regulate his body temperature, he was fitted with the garment to provide insulation while his plumage recovered. The unusual veterinary intervention allowed him to return to the colony and became a widely reported example of individualized care for a zoo animal.
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Why did the penguin Pierre wear a wetsuit?
Pierre lost feathers and had trouble regulating his body temperature. In 2007, staff at the California Academy of Sciences fitted him with a custom neoprene wetsuit for insulation.
Where did Pierre live?
Pierre was an African penguin at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco. His wetsuit became notable because visitors could see him wearing it at the academy.
What was Pierre's wetsuit made from?
The garment was made from neoprene, the same general material used in many wetsuits. It helped cover his featherless body and reduce heat loss.
Was Pierre a real penguin or a fictional character?
Pierre was a real African penguin cared for at the California Academy of Sciences. His 2007 wetsuit became a widely reported animal-care story because feather loss is a serious problem for penguins.
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