Aquarium Mourns Death Of One Half Of Inseparable Gay Penguin Couple

Summary

• Sphen, one-half of an Australian same-sex penguin power couple, has died after a six-year love story
• His partner Magic sang when taken to see Sphen after his death, prompting the colony to join in
• The Gentoo penguins had fostered two babies together, becoming a symbol of equality
• Sphen’s impact around the world is remembered and celebrated