Yellow-eyed Penguin vs Adelie Penguin
Megadyptes antipodes compared with Pygoscelis adeliae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Yellow-eyed Penguin | Adelie Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Megadyptes antipodes | Pygoscelis adeliae |
| Order | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Family | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 25.6 cm (10.1 in) | 18.9 cm (7.4 in) |
| Weight | 5636.666666666667 g (198.83 oz) | 5425.0 g (191.36 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Yellow-eyed Penguin
Least Concern
Adelie Penguin
About These Birds
Yellow-eyed Penguin
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.
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.