Jackass Collection

Penguins at Boulder beach in Simons town, near Cape Town, South Africa, Africa

Jackass penguins (Speniscus demersus), Boulders Beach, Cape Town, South Africa, Africa

African (Jackass) penguins, (Sphensiscus demersus), Cape Town, South Africa, Africa

Satire attacking Jackson's treasury funds plan, 1833
1576427 Satire attacking Jackson's treasury funds plan, 1833; (add.info.: "Let every one take care of himself" (As the Jack ass said when he was dancing among the chickens)

2015 MotoGP Championship. British Grand Prix. Silverstone, England. 28th - 30th August 2015. Pitboard for Jack Miller, LCR Honda. Ref: KW7_5594a. World copyright: Kevin Wood/LAT Photographic

Portrait of a Jackass penguin, Speniscus demersus. Simon's Town Western Cape South Africa

193-0082163 Look how solemn they are!, plate 63 of Los caprichos, 1799 (etching)
IND81682 193-0082163 Look how solemn they are!, plate 63 of Los caprichos, 1799 (etching) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 21.5x16.3 cm; Private Collection; Index Fototeca

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Magellanic Penguin, spheniscus magellanicus, (Jackass Penguin) on the beach and ready to brave the surf, near Punte Norte, Peninsula Valdez, Chubut, Argentina, Patagonia Date: 22/10/2005

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Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae or Dacelo gigas), Shelly Beach, New South Wales, Australia Date: 02/02/2006

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Laughing Kookaburra ( Dacelo novaeguineae or Dacelo gigas ), Nambucca Heads, New South Wales, Australia Date: 02/02/2006

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Laughing Kookaburra ( Dacelo novaeguineae or Dacelo gigas ), Nambucca Heads, New South Wales, Australia Date: 02/02/2006

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African Penguin, formerly known as Jackass Penguin at Boulders beach near Cape Town, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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African Penguin, formerly known as Jackass Penguin at Boulders beach near Cape Town, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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African Penguin, formerly known as Jackass Penguin at Boulders beach near Cape Town, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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African Penguin, formerly known as Jackass Penguin at Boulders beach near Cape Town, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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African Penguins, formerly known as Jackass Penguins, at Boulders beach near Cape Town, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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African Penguins, formerly known as Jackass Penguins, at Boulders beach near Cape Town, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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African Penguins, formerly known as Jackass Penguins, mating at Boulders beach near Cape Town, South Africa. Date: 01/03/2005

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South Africa, Simon's Town, African (Jackass) Penguin (Spheniscus demersus) standing on rocky beach at the Boulders Beach near Cape Town Date: 17/07/2007

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South Africa, Simon's Town, African (Jackass) Penguin (Spheniscus demersus) standing on rocky beach at the Boulders Beach near Cape Town Date: 17/07/2007

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South Africa, Simon's Town, Jackass Penguin along rocky coastline (Spheniscus demersus) Date: 19/02/2005

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South Africa, Table Mountain National Park, African (Jackass) Penguin (Spheniscus demersus) at Boulders Beach Date: 19/02/2005

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South Africa, Table Mountain National Park, African (Jackass) Penguin (Spheniscus demersus) at Boulders Beach Date: 19/02/2005

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South Africa, Table Mountain National Park, African (Jackass) Penguin (Spheniscus demersus) at Boulders Beach Date: 19/02/2005

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Africa, South Africa, Simons Town, Boulders Beach. African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach near Simons Town on False Bay. Date: 19/05/2005

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Africa, South Africa, Simons Town, Boulders Beach. African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach near Simons Town on False Bay. Date: 19/05/2005

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Africa, South Africa, Simons Town, Boulders Beach. African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach near Simons Town on False Bay. Date: 19/05/2005

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Africa, South Africa, Simons Town, Boulders Beach. African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach near Simons Town on False Bay. Date: 19/05/2005

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Africa, South Africa, Simons Town, Boulders Beach. African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach near Simons Town on False Bay. Date: 19/05/2005

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Africa, South Africa, Simons Town, Boulders Beach. African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach near Simons Town on False Bay. Date: 19/05/2005

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Africa, South Africa, Simons Town, Boulders Beach. African Penguin colony at Boulders Beach near Simons Town on False Bay. Date: 19/05/2005

African penguin, Spheniscus demersus (Pinguin de Bengale, Diomedea demersa). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by S. Leitner jun

A small group of Black-footed Penguins, including one with aberrant markings
1762502 A small group of Black-footed Penguins, including one with aberrant markings, at London Zoo, May 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond

Two juvenile and one adult Black-footed / Jackass / African penguins
3116196 Two juvenile and one adult Black-footed / Jackass / African penguins, sitting and lying on grass, at London Zoo April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

An adult Black-footed / Jackass / African Penguin at London Zoo, September 1925 (b / w photo)
3245198 An adult Black-footed/Jackass/African Penguin at London Zoo, September 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

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South Africa, Western Cape, Boulders Beach, A pair of Jackass penguins just south of Simons Town

Roman Lion and Falerian Jackass, 1852. Artist: John Leech
Roman Lion and Falerian Jackass, 1852. From The Comic History of Rome, by Gilbert A A Beckett, illustrated by John Leech. [Bradbury, Agnew & Co, London, 1852]

NAST: ELEPHANT AND DONKEY. Stranger Things Have Happened. Senator Thomas Bayard attempts to prevent the Democratic Party from hurtling into the chasm of financial chaos

A Live Jackass Kicking a Dead Lion. American cartoon, 1870, by Thomas Nast
DEMOCRAT DONKEY, 1870. A Live Jackass Kicking a Dead Lion. American cartoon, 1870, by Thomas Nast, featuring his first use of the donkey as the symbol of the Democratic Party

Cottage And Donkey, Tory Island

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Wildlife, Birds, Colony, A pair of Jackass penguins on Boulders Beach just south of Simons Town in Western Cape Province in South Africa

England, Gloucestershire. African or black-footed (formerly Jackass) penguin at the Cotswold Wildlife Park near Burford

Laughing Kookaburra ( Dacelo novaeguineae or Dacelo gigas ), Sydney, New South Wales
Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae or Dacelo gigas), Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Arlequin sur l Hippogryphe a la croisade Lojoliste Armee van den heylige lingue voor der jesuiten monarchy. Hooghe, Romeyn de, 1645-1708, artist, [1689], 1 print (broadside) : etching and engraving

PAUL III (1468-1549). Pope, 1534-49. The Pope as an Ass. Woodcut, 1545, by Lucas Cranach

ANTI-GREENBACK CARTOON. Peter Cooper is the tail of the paper jackass in this cartoon from the 31 July 1878 issue of Puck

Europe, Greece, Hydra. Donkey in front of yellow building

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"Jackass Penguins: The Quirky Residents of Boulder Beach" In the picturesque town of Simons Town, nestled along the stunning coastline of Cape Town, South Africa, lies a captivating sight that never fails to amuse and enchant visitors. Meet the African Jackass Penguins (Speniscus demersus), also known as "jackass" penguins due to their distinctive donkey-like braying calls. As you stroll along Boulder Beach, you'll find yourself surrounded by these adorable creatures waddling gracefully on land and effortlessly gliding through the crystal-clear waters. Their black and white plumage stands out against the vibrant blue backdrop, creating a scene straight out of a postcard. Captured in an etching titled "Look how solemn they are. " from Francisco Goya's Los caprichos series dating back to 1799, these penguins have long been admired for their dignified presence. With their upright posture and serious expressions, it's hard not to be captivated by their charm. The colony at Boulder Beach is home to thousands penguins who have found solace in this protected sanctuary. They spend their days basking under the warm African sun or frolicking in the cool ocean waves with unmatched gracefulness. These comical birds have become local celebrities among both tourists and locals alike. Visitors flock here year-round to witness firsthand nature's playful jesters as they engage in amusing antics – diving into water like acrobats or clumsily navigating rocky terrain with undeniable determination. But beyond their entertaining demeanor lies a deeper story of resilience. Once facing endangerment due to habitat loss and overfishing depleting their food sources, conservation efforts have helped stabilize their population over time. Today, observing them up close serves as a reminder of our responsibility towards protecting these incredible creatures for generations to come. So next time you find yourself near Simons Town in Cape Town, make sure to pay a visit to Boulder Beach.