9-month-old King penguin Pesto at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium gains attention, larger than mother, captivates visitors.

Pesto, a nine-month-old King penguin at Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium, is gaining attention as a contender for the internet's favorite animal, challenging Moo Deng. Weighing 49 pounds, he is notably larger than his 24-pound mother. Pesto delights visitors and staff alike, consuming eight fish meals daily, though he has yet to learn to swim. Enthusiasts eagerly await his growth and future aquatic activities.