AboutWhat does the meme depict?
The Socially Awkward Penguin meme features an image macro template centered around a lone penguin that appears both socially inept and awkward. This depiction of the penguin typically includes text describing various uncomfortable social scenarios paired with the penguin's clumsy or inappropriate reactions to these situations, underscoring its lack of social skills and self-esteem.
OriginWho did it first?
The photograph used for the Socially Awkward Penguin meme was captured by nature photographer George F. Mobley. It was originally published as part of a fact sheet on Adélie penguins for National Geographic's Wild Animals site. The meme itself began circulating on 4chan, particularly within their /b/ (random) boards, around May 2009. It followed the trend of other 'advice animal' image macros, such as Advice Dog and Courage Wolf. The first instance of this meme categorized as 'Socially Awkward Penguin' appeared in a thread from May 31, 2009.[1]
Origin: 2009
