SYDNEY, Sept 27 – Meet Pesto, the adorable king penguin chick who's taken the internet by storm! At just nine months old, this fluffy chocolate-brown bundle of joy weighs a whopping 23.5 kg (52 lb)—more than double his parents' combined weight!

As he prepares for his big debut in Melbourne, pop sensation Katy Perry is already smitten, expressing her desire to "kiss Pesto" during her upcoming performance at the AFL Grand Final.

Pesto, the largest chick ever seen at Sea Life Melbourne, is not just a local star; he’s captured the hearts of fans worldwide, with TikTok videos racking up over a million likes! After much anticipation, a recent gender reveal confirmed that Pesto is a boy, making him even more special to the aquarium staff.

Cared for by his parents, Tango and Hudson, along with dedicated keepers, Pesto is fed up to 25 fish daily as he grows and prepares to lose his fluffy fuzz for adult feathers. With his captivating charm and larger-than-life personality, Pesto is proving that he's not just a penguin—he's a superstar!

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