The officials have constantly been busy clarifying it to the concerned tourists that the Penguins weren't suffering from any skin disease but were shedding feathers as per their annual cycle. The moulting Humboldt penguins at the Veermata Jijabai Bhosale (VJB) Zoo have been driving officials at the penguin enclosure to their wit's end. Kale also explained that the successful moulting is a good indication of health as penguins only moult if in good health. During the moulting, penguins also lose their appetite. "The zoo officials should have put up boards about the moulting process and educated the tourists.

Source: dna September 09, 2017 02:57 UTC