A huge king penguin chick named Pesto, who weighs as much as both his parents combined, has become a social media celebrity and a star attraction at an Australian aquarium.

Move over Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market and Royal Botanic Gardens — there is a new king in town, and it’s a baby penguin. Baby might not be the best word to describe the oversized chick who has taken the internet by storm.

A penguin at Australia's Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium named Pesto has taken over the Internet and wowed fans because he is so large.

A sea animal from Australia is capturing the hearts of the Internet: meet Pesto the penguin! The furry baby King Penguin is only 9 months old and already weights 46 pounds. According to the SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium 's website,