Where do penguins live?, inhabiting diverse regions from Antarctica to temperate climates like the Galápagos Islands. They thrive in icy habitats, such as the Antarctic ice shelves and subantarctic islands. Some species, like the Galápagos penguin, inhabit more equatorial regions. Penguins prefer coastal areas for breeding, with large colonies often forming on rocky shorelines or ice-free beaches. Their unique adaptations, like waterproof feathers and specialised flippers, enable them to navigate both frigid waters and land environments efficiently.