Eastern Rockhopper Penguin vs Adelie Penguin
Eudyptes filholi compared with Pygoscelis adeliae
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Eastern Rockhopper Penguin | Adelie Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eudyptes filholi | Pygoscelis adeliae |
| Order | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Family | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 18.9 cm (7.4 in) |
| Weight | — | 5425.0 g (191.36 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
Eastern Rockhopper Penguin
Least Concern
Adelie Penguin
About These Birds
Eastern Rockhopper Penguin
Eastern Rockhopper Penguin, 45–58 cm, breeds on sub-Antarctic islands of the Indian and western Pacific Oceans, including Kerguelen and Campbell Island. Narrower supercilium stripe than Macaroni Penguin. Krill and fish feeder; aggressive and agile on rocky terrain. Vulnerable; 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.