Erect-crested Penguin vs Adelie Penguin
Eudyptes sclateri compared with Pygoscelis adeliae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Erect-crested Penguin | Adelie Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eudyptes sclateri | Pygoscelis adeliae |
| Order | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Family | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 22.3 cm (8.8 in) | 18.9 cm (7.4 in) |
| Weight | 5529.0 g (195.03 oz) | 5425.0 g (191.36 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Erect-crested Penguin
Least Concern
Adelie Penguin
About These Birds
Erect-crested Penguin
Erect-crested Penguin, 67–70 cm, breeds only on Bounty and Antipodes Islands southeast of New Zealand. Distinctive erect, brush-like yellow crest standing upright from eye to crown. Forages at sea for fish and squid; breeding biology poorly known due to remote location. Endangered; declining.
Adelie Penguin
Adélie Penguin, 46–71 cm, is a quintessential Antarctic penguin, breeding in large colonies on the Antarctic continent and nearby islands. Classic tuxedo pattern with a distinctive white eye ring. Piscivore and krill feeder; dives to 175 m. Migratory; travels up to 300 km on sea ice to winter grounds.