Yellow-eyed Penguin
Megadyptes antipodes
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<birdfyi-bird slug="megadyptes-antipodes"></birdfyi-bird>The Yellow-eyed Penguin (Megadyptes antipodes) is a bird species in the family Spheniscidae (penguins), within the order Sphenisciformes (penguins). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 25.6 cm and a weight of 5.6 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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Yellow-eyed Penguin, 56–78 cm, is one of the world's rarest penguins, endemic to southeastern New Zealand and sub-Antarctic islands. Distinctive yellow iris and yellow band behind the eye. Piscivore; dives to 120 m for blue cod and opalfish. Endangered; threatened by habitat loss, introduced predators, and fisheries bycatch.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 25.6 cm | 10.1 in |
| Weight | 5636.666666666667 g | 198.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 39-51 days. Fledging: 97-119 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Sphenisciformes (Penguins) |
| Family | Spheniscidae (Penguins) |
| Genus | Megadyptes |
| Species | Megadyptes antipodes |
Distribution
Yellow-eyed Penguin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Spheniscidae family