Pesto the Penguin: Viral Sensation and Record-Breaking Chick

The nine-month-old king penguin at Sea Life Melbourne has captivated global audiences with his extraordinary size and charming personality.

Pesto, a king penguin chick, weighs 22.5 kg (49.6 lbs) at just nine months old, making him the largest chick ever at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium.
Born in January, Pesto's impressive size is attributed to his biological father's genes and a diet of up to 30 fish daily.
The fluffy, chocolate-brown penguin has become a social media superstar, amassing nearly 2 billion views on TikTok and other platforms.
Visitors from around the world are flocking to the aquarium to see Pesto, boosting attendance and making him a star attraction.
Pesto is expected to slim down and lose his baby feathers as he matures, but his fame and public adoration are likely to continue.