Northern Rockhopper Penguin vs Chinstrap Penguin
Eudyptes moseleyi compared with Pygoscelis antarcticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Northern Rockhopper Penguin | Chinstrap Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eudyptes moseleyi | Pygoscelis antarcticus |
| Order | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Family | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.4 cm (8.0 in) | 20.1 cm (7.9 in) |
| Weight | 2850.0 g (100.53 oz) | 4105.833333333333 g (144.83 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Northern Rockhopper Penguin
Least Concern
Chinstrap Penguin
About These Birds
Northern Rockhopper Penguin
Northern Rockhopper Penguin, 45–58 cm, breeds on Tristan da Cunha and Gough Island in the South Atlantic and Amsterdam Island in the Indian Ocean. Distinctive yellow and black crest, red bill, red eyes. Krill and fish feeder. Endangered; population has declined dramatically due to ocean warming and food shortages.
Chinstrap Penguin
Chinstrap Penguin, 68–76 cm, is named for the thin black line under the chin resembling a helmet strap. Breeds on Antarctic Peninsula and sub-Antarctic islands; among the most abundant penguins. Krill specialist; dives to 70 m. Highly vocal and aggressive at colonies. Partially migratory.