Penguin chick weights related to weather?

At the University of Delaware, scientists have been observing the correlation between chick weights and the weather conditions. In the West Antarctic, where the study was conducted, scientists found a shocking correlation between the changing temperatures in Antarctic, and penguin chick weight. The penguins weight as a chick is considered a measurement of how well the chick is doing being raised, and living. A chick that weighs more has a greater chance of living compared to a smaller chick.

The scientists measured the change in temperature since 1950, and found that the temperature raised by 2 degrees Celsius every year. This change in temperature not only directly effects the penguins, but also local weather patterns. The environment is becoming increasingly dry, and making it harder to live for many Arctic creatures. Rains can also dampen chick plumage, and cause them to freeze to death, another danger from the elements. All theses elements account for the dangers of the penguin's changing environment.

"Penguin Chicks." UDaily. N.p., n.d. Web. 12 Nov. 2014. <http://www.udel.edu/udaily/2015/oct/penguin102414.html>.