Southern Rockhopper Penguin
Eudyptes chrysocome
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<birdfyi-bird slug="eudyptes-chrysocome"></birdfyi-bird>The Southern Rockhopper Penguin (Eudyptes chrysocome) is a bird species in the family Spheniscidae (penguins), within the order Sphenisciformes (penguins). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 19.6 cm and a weight of 2.6 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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About
Southern Rockhopper Penguin, 45–58 cm, breeds on Falkland Islands and southern South American sub-Antarctic islands. Characteristic yellow plume starts above the eye, vivid red eyes and bill. Leaps with both feet together over boulders. Krill and fish feeder; dives to 100 m. Vulnerable; declining populations.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 19.6 cm | 7.7 in |
| Weight | 2615.0 g | 92.24 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SC,NO. Incubation: 32-34 days. Fledging: 70 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Sphenisciformes (Penguins) |
| Family | Spheniscidae (Penguins) |
| Genus | Eudyptes |
| Species | Eudyptes chrysocome |
Distribution
Southern Rockhopper Penguin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Spheniscidae family