Chinstrap Penguin vs Magellanic Penguin
Pygoscelis antarcticus comparado con Spheniscus magellanicus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Atributo | Chinstrap Penguin | Magellanic Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Nombre científico | Pygoscelis antarcticus | Spheniscus magellanicus |
| Orden | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Familia | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Estado de conservación | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longitud | — | — |
| Envergadura | 20,1 cm (7.9 in) | 21,9 cm (8.6 in) |
| Peso | 4105,833333333333 g (144.83 oz) | 4585,0 g (161.73 oz) |
| Dieta | -- | -- |
| Tamaño de la puesta | 2 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Hábitats compartidos
Chinstrap Penguin only
Ninguno
Magellanic Penguin only
Estado de conservación
Least Concern
Chinstrap Penguin
Least Concern
Magellanic Penguin
About These Birds
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.
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.