Erect-crested Penguin vs Chinstrap Penguin
Eudyptes sclateri compared with Pygoscelis antarcticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Erect-crested Penguin | Chinstrap Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eudyptes sclateri | Pygoscelis antarcticus |
| Order | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Family | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 22.3 cm (8.8 in) | 20.1 cm (7.9 in) |
| Weight | 5529.0 g (195.03 oz) | 4105.833333333333 g (144.83 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Erect-crested Penguin
Least Concern
Chinstrap 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.
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.