Short answer: Checks Unlimited sells Penguin Parade checks with four photos of Emperor penguins in their habitat. They cost $23.49 for one box of 80 singles, $38.99 for two boxes and $72.29 for four, with duplicates from $29.49, the same price as plain checks. Matching Penguin Parade labels cost $8.99. Prices checked October 26, 2026.
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What the Penguin Parade checks look like
Checks Unlimited says these playful designs let you experience the spirit of Emperor penguins frolicking in their habitat. The Penguin Parade checks rotate four photos through the box; the photo above shows a group of Emperor penguins on the ice.
These are top-tear personal checks with your bank details in the MICR line, so they work with any U.S. checking account. The product code is 338, and Checks Unlimited files the design under animal checks.
Penguin check prices
Prices checked October 26, 2026, 80 checks per box, handling included:
| Design | 1 box (80) | 2 boxes (160) | 4 boxes (320) | Duplicates, 1 box |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penguin Parade | $23.49 | $38.99 | $72.29 | $29.49 |
| Wonders of the Sea | $23.49 | $38.99 | $72.29 | $29.49 |
| Blue Classic (plain, for comparison) | $23.49 | $38.99 | $72.29 | $29.49 |
This design costs the same as the plain Blue Classic checks: about 29 cents a check for one box and about 23 cents for four. Duplicates cost $29.49 for one box, $48.99 for two and $90.49 for four.
On October 26, 2026 the Checks Unlimited Special Offers page listed two codes, and only one code works per order: 8FJD for a free 4th box of checks with a 4-box order, and KQTG for up to 30% off 2 boxes or up to 35% off 4 boxes. Our Checks Unlimited guide explains which one saves more on your order.
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Labels, covers and registers
- Penguin Parade labels: $8.99. Return address labels with the same penguins.
- Silver Metallic checkbook cover: $18.99. The cover listed on the checks page.
- Check register: $3.49 for a spare register with a deposit record and 31 full pages.
Labels and covers ship separately from the checks, and the product pages say they take up to 3 weeks to arrive. Our checkbook covers guide compares more cover options.
Which penguin design to pick
| If you want | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Real penguin photos | Penguin Parade | Four Emperor penguin photos |
| Sea life illustrations | Wonders of the Sea | Fish, seashells and sand pipers |
| Plain and simple | Blue Classic | The most popular plain check |
For cartoon penguins, our Jen Goode ribbon penguin checks page covers the illustrated design, and wildlife checks lists more animals.
How to order penguin checks
- Have a current check from the same account in front of you. The account number, routing number and next check number come from it.
- Pick singles or duplicates and the number of boxes. Each box holds 80 checks.
- Enter your name, address, bank routing number, account number and the starting check number, as the Checks Unlimited how-to-order page asks.
- Add the Penguin Parade labels, the Silver Metallic cover or a spare register on the same page if you want them.
- Proofread the preview, especially the account number, then pick delivery and pay.
The Checks Unlimited FAQ says the routing number you enter gives the printer all the information it needs about your bank. The how-to-order page lists the same fields we did above, and our reorder guide walks through each screen.
Delivery and security
The product page lists printing and standard untrackable delivery at up to 15 business days and printing with standard trackable delivery at 7 to 11 business days, both counted after order verification. In-Plant Rush costs $6.99 and gets the order processed and ready to ship within 2 business days after verification. SentryShield fraud protection is added to every order for an extra charge that you can remove in the cart.
Every design on this page carries the same three security features as the plain Checks Unlimited checks: chemical protection, erasure protection and a microprint signature line. If you mail checks often, our check washing guide explains how to make them harder to alter.
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Penguin checks: frequently asked questions
Where can I buy penguin checks?
Checks Unlimited sells Penguin Parade checks online, with four photos of Emperor penguins and matching labels.
How much do penguin checks cost?
On October 26, 2026 Checks Unlimited listed Penguin Parade checks at $23.49 for one box of 80 singles, $38.99 for two boxes and $72.29 for four. Duplicates start at $29.49 a box.
What penguins are on the checks?
Emperor penguins, in four photos that rotate through the box.
Is there a penguin checkbook cover?
The checks page lists a Silver Metallic checkbook cover at $18.99 and Penguin Parade labels at $8.99.
Do penguin checks come in duplicates?
Yes. Duplicates cost $29.49 for one box, $48.99 for two and $90.49 for four, 80 checks per box.
How long do penguin checks take to arrive?
Checks Unlimited lists up to 15 business days for printing and standard untrackable delivery and 7 to 11 business days with trackable delivery, after order verification. In-Plant Rush costs $6.99.
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