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Explained: Why is a penguins 'death march' going viral?

A viral meme features a penguin's solitary march inland, resonating with millions as a symbol of burnout and detachment. The footage, from a 2007 documentary, shows a confused Adlie penguin heading towards mountains, a journey scientists deem a tragic navigational error, not a philosophical choice. Its viral appeal lies in mirroring human feelings of exhaustion and the desire to escape.

25 Jan 2026 9:48 am