Adelie Penguin vs Magellanic Penguin
Pygoscelis adeliae comparado con Spheniscus magellanicus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Atributo | Adelie Penguin | Magellanic Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Nombre científico | Pygoscelis adeliae | Spheniscus magellanicus |
| Orden | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Familia | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Estado de conservación | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longitud | — | — |
| Envergadura | 18,9 cm (7.4 in) | 21,9 cm (8.6 in) |
| Peso | 5425,0 g (191.36 oz) | 4585,0 g (161.73 oz) |
| Dieta | -- | -- |
| Tamaño de la puesta | 2 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Hábitats compartidos
Adelie Penguin only
Ninguno
Magellanic Penguin only
Estado de conservación
Least Concern
Adelie Penguin
Least Concern
Magellanic Penguin
About These Birds
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.
Magellanic Penguin
Magellanic Penguin, 61–76 cm, breeds in large colonies on the coasts of southern Argentina, Chile, and the Falkland Islands. Two black breast bands, white facial stripe. Migratory; winters northward to southeastern Brazil and the Chilean coast. Piscivore; dives for anchovies and squid. Near Threatened.