When adult emperor penguins believe that a chick is too weak to survive, they'll give up on feeding them.
Long-term artificial feeding is not good for baby penguins.
But who will take care of the abandoned baby?
Watch the last episode to find out.
For more:
Circle of Life | Emperor Penguins: Encounter
Circle of Life | Emperor Penguins: Egg Laying
Circle of Life | Emperor Penguins: Hatching
Circle of Life | Emperor Penguins: Birth
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