SF Weekly
Close

Vote on a Name for These Baby Penguins

Erin Sherbert Mar 12, 2015 13:45 PM

Now that they have a clean bill of health and they've learned the basics about being a penguin — how to eat fish and swim — these two baby chicks need an identity. 

That's where you come in. 

The California Academy of Sciences is asking the public to cast their vote on names for the two baby penguins born three months ago (one male and one female). The babies joined the African penguin colony yesterday after months of behind the scenes bonding with fellow birds and humans. 

If you feel as though you need to get to know them a little before assigning a name, here's some footage that should give you a solid introduction to the adorable duo:


Check out the names you have to choose from (Stella, Bert, Pina)

Stay tuned — the winning names will be announced Wednesday, March 25.