The little penguin (Eudyptula minor) is the smallest species of penguin. It grows to an average of 33 cm (13 in) in height and 43 cm (17 in) in length. It is also known as the Fairy Penguin in Australia
In 1956 the rock breakwater was built for the Olympic Games and has since become home for a thriving colony of Little (Fairy) Penguins. The colony of Little Penguins (Eudyptula minor) have been the subject of a study since 1986.
This is not a managed park although there are Earthcare of St Kilda Inc. volunteers who will manage crowds and answer questions. The volunteers were an excellent source of information and helpful.
The penguins return to the breakwater at night and are sensitive to white light so there is no flash allowed. There is very limited ambient lighting but the penguins don't "see" red light and the volunteers use red torches to highlight the penguins which just allows you to get some autofocus working.
Quite challenging for me and the first tie I have ever ventured into the really high ISO and combined it with my 50mm f1.8.
There are quite a few in the trash bin but this is one of the better ones. Worth it all to see these fellas in the wild.
Penguins Rock!
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