Pesto the GIANT baby penguin is the newest viral TikTok animal star

Moo Deng the baby pygmy hippo had her day in the viral TikTok sun and all the memes that came with her.

Now? There’s a new viral sensation out there in the animal world, and it’s a big, fluffy penguin named Pesto in Australia, specifically at Melbourne’s Sea Life Aquarium.

Pesto is 50 pounds and — per the BBC — “he is the biggest chick the aquarium has ever seen.” And when you see photos and videos of Pesto, you’ll get it. But don’t worry, he’ll lose weight at some point as he gets to be a bigger penguin.

For now, you get lots of this:

https://twitter.com/bigdybbukenergy/status/1837403212485460194

A huge king penguin chick named Pesto, who weighs as much as both his parents combined, has become a social media celebrity and a star attraction at an Australian aquarium. pic.twitter.com/Iuhe9RhYyA

— The Associated Press (@AP) September 20, 2024

Moo & Pesto spotted in the aisle. Wyd? pic.twitter.com/bqTulkMRv2

— Walmart (@Walmart) September 25, 2024

If you're having a bad day, look up Pesto the Penguin. You won't be disappointed. pic.twitter.com/AdcUjWLRdI

— Tired ????ennial (@TiredXennial) September 27, 2024