Yellow-eyed Penguin
Megadyptes antipodes
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À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 25,6 cm | 10.1 in |
| Poids | 5636,666666666667 g | 198.83 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 39-51 days. Fledging: 97-119 days.
Taille de la couvée
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Sphenisciformes (Penguins) |
| Famille | Spheniscidae (Penguins) |
| Genus | Megadyptes |
| Espèces | Megadyptes antipodes |
Distribution
Yellow-eyed Penguin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Spheniscidae family