38K views · 547 reactions | Sydney's Sea Life Aquarium has announced that one-half of their gay penguin power couple, Sphen, has died, leaving behind a loving partner, two children and a global legacy. | The Project | Facebook

Sphen and Magic captured the world's attention in 2018 when they became Sydney's famous same-sex penguin couple. Sphen died earlier this month at nearly the age of 12. | USA TODAY

Ever wonder what it’s like in the penguin habitat during nesting season? 🐧 Let’s pop in for a peek! To attract and keep mates, penguins are very particular about which twigs and stones they use to construct nests. This can lead to swiping choice items from other penguins, making guarding nests nearly as important as building them. Materials are plentiful at Shedd, and yet this natural foraging behavior persists. | Shedd Aquarium