Criminal Penguins: BBC Documentary Reveals Shifty Lot

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a BBC documentary that portrays penguins as mischievous and thieving creatures, sparking a light-hearted conversation about their behavior and characteristics. Participants share humorous anecdotes, links to videos, and personal opinions about penguins, blending humor with commentary on their nature.

Discussion Character

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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants assert that the documentary proves penguins are thieves, referencing their behavior as "shifty."
  • Others express disbelief or humorously question the seriousness of the claims about penguins being thieves.
  • Several participants share links to videos and news stories about penguins, including a segment on volunteers helping oil-affected penguins.
  • There are playful exchanges about how to prepare penguins for cooking, with various humorous suggestions offered.
  • Some participants comment on the cuteness of penguins, juxtaposing their adorable appearance with the notion of them being thieves.
  • There are discussions about the cultural and geographical misconceptions regarding penguins, with some participants correcting others about their habitat.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally engage in playful banter without reaching a consensus on the characterization of penguins. Multiple competing views about their nature and behavior remain present throughout the discussion.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal anecdotes and humor rather than established facts about penguins. The discussion includes playful speculation and light-hearted commentary that may not accurately represent penguin behavior.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in animal behavior, particularly in a humorous context, as well as those who enjoy light-hearted discussions about wildlife and documentaries.

  • #31
Evo said:
For my adorable arildno http://www.buyhappyfeet.com/HappyFeet/Animal-Feet/Moose
Arildno, is there any way that you can get out of buying these? You're pretty boxed in! You may have to buy the penguin models,and pretty soon you have a whole zoo full of slippers!
 
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  • #32
turbo said:
Arildno, is there any way that you can get out of buying these? You're pretty boxed in! You may have to buy the penguin models,and pretty soon you have a whole zoo full of slippers!
I tried to find you a pair that looked like Duke turbo, but they have meercats and I was thinking of those for you for some reason.
 
  • #33
Evo said:
I tried to find you a pair that looked like Duke turbo, but they have meercats and I was thinking of those for you for some reason.
Thanks, but there is no need. When nights get cold, I like to tuck my feet under Duke and he likes to lay on my feet. We have an arrangement. When it gets real cold, I'll drag his cushy bed near me and tuck my feet under him so I can share his heat and the insulation of the bed. He's good with that. He'll roll up onto my legs and look up at me (upside down) to acknowledge that we are pals.
 
  • #34
turbo said:
Arildno, is there any way that you can get out of buying these? You're pretty boxed in! You may have to buy the penguin models,and pretty soon you have a whole zoo full of slippers!
My personal economy is pretty tight at the moment.

Is that a good enough excuse not to buy those adorable slippers?
 
  • #35
arildno said:
My personal economy is pretty tight at the moment.

Is that a good enough excuse not to buy those adorable slippers?
I know you want them. :-p I mean, look at those eyes!
 

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