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Sphen, Penguin Whose Gay Love Story Earned Global Fame, Dies

August 22, 2024August 22, 2024ISABELLA KWAIComments Off on Sphen, Penguin Whose Gay Love Story Earned Global Fame, Dies
For six years, Sphen and Magic were devoted partners, adoptive parents and queer icons. After Sphen died this month at age 11, Magic began singing.
Tagged Animal Behavior, Homosexuality and Bisexuality, Penguins
ISABELLA KWAI
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