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WATCH: ‘GMA’ reveals name of baby African Penguin chick at New York Aquarium

The critically endangered penguin was given the name Walter and named after Hand Walter, a New York Aquarium curator and field scientist who worked to protect animals and staff during Hurricane Sandy.

Published April 6, 2026, 12:16 PM

Updated April 6, 2026, 12:33 PM3.2K

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‘GMA’ reveals name of baby African Penguin chick at New York Aquarium

The critically endangered penguin was given the name Walter and named after Hand Walter, a New York Aquarium curator and field scientist who worked to protect animals and staff during Hurricane Sandy.

April 6, 2026

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WATCH: ‘GMA’ reveals name of baby African Penguin chick at New York Aquarium

‘GMA’ reveals name of baby African Penguin chick at New York Aquarium

The critically endangered penguin was given the name Walter and named after Hand Walter, a New York Aquarium curator and field scientist who worked to protect animals and staff during Hurricane Sandy.

April 6, 2026

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