The journey is hazardous, and rapacious leopard seals a predatory threat.The male emperors are left behind to guard and hatch the precious eggs, which they cradle at all times on top of their feet.

• 之后，精疲力尽的它还不能休息，必须要立即启程继续赶路，返回大海以恢复体力并寻找食物。