Around the world, penguins are facing a rapidly declining population due to climate change – but also thanks to unsustainable fishing practices.
Thankfully, South Africa just showed the world that can change. A compromise between the country’s conservationists and the fishing industry led to the establishment of no-fishing zones around African penguin breeding colonies for the next ten years.
Just like the successful outcome of South Africa’s efforts, it’s time for Argentina to protect its Magellanic penguin populations through regulations.
Sign this petition to demand that the Argentine government take immediate action to introduce stronger fishing regulations and establish marine protected areas to safeguard the habitats of these incredible creatures.
Magellanic penguins are an iconic species, integral to Argentina’s natural heritage. Yet, despite their importance, the fish stocks they depend on are rapidly being depleted by industrial fishing.
As penguins struggle to find food, they face malnutrition, fewer breeding opportunities, and increased vulnerability to disease. .
By supporting the Magellanic penguin, we can help preserve an entire ecosystem and set a precedent for responsible, sustainable fisheries management. The government’s commitment to environmental protection and species conservation is more important than ever.
Sign the petition to demand stronger protections for the Magellanic penguin population in Argentina’s waters!
This article by Nicholas Vincent was first published by One Green Planet on 18 April 2025. Image Credit :Jeremy Richards/Shutterstock.
What you can do
Wildlife continues to face threats, which include hunting, poaching, illegal trade in animal products, habitat loss as well as a rapidly changing climate.
Become a Wildlife Champion by supporting our conservation partners with a monthly donation as little as $1.
(function(d, s, id) {
var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];
if (d.getElementById(id)) return;
js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id;
js.src = “//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.8&appId=117160911789807”;
fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);
}(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’));
