9:16 DunedinNZ, Yellow Eyed Penguins .MOV

This close-up, vertical video captures two Yellow-eyed penguins in a grassy natural habitat. Both penguins have their beaks wide open, appearing to be vocalizing loudly or engaging in a display towards each other.

The birds feature a distinctive band of pale yellow feathers that runs from their eyes around the back of their heads. Their eyes are a striking pale yellow, and the inside of their open mouths, including their tongues, are visible. The penguin on the right has its head tilted further back, while the one on the left faces it directly. The background is a soft-focus blend of green grass and dry, brown foliage. The camera remains steady, focusing on the interaction between the two birds.