Magellanic Penguin
Spheniscus magellanicus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="spheniscus-magellanicus"></birdfyi-bird>The Magellanic Penguin (Spheniscus magellanicus) is a bird species in the family Spheniscidae (penguins), within the order Sphenisciformes (penguins). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.9 cm and a weight of 4.6 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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حول
Magellanic Penguin, 61–76 cm, breeds in large colonies on the coasts of southern Argentina, Chile, and the Falkland Islands. Two black breast bands, white facial stripe. Migratory; winters northward to southeastern Brazil and the Chilean coast. Piscivore; dives for anchovies and squid. Near Threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| طول الجناح | 21,9 cm | 8.6 in |
| الوزن | 4585,0 g | 161.73 oz |
Habitat & Range
حالة الحفاظ
السلوك والتكاثر
التعشيش
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 38-42 days. Fledging: 80 days.
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التصنيف
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| الرتبة | Sphenisciformes (Penguins) |
| الفصيلة | Spheniscidae (Penguins) |
| Genus | Spheniscus |
| الأنواع | Spheniscus magellanicus |
Distribution
Magellanic Penguin has been recorded in 3 countries.
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