Erect-crested Penguin vs Chinstrap Penguin
Eudyptes sclateri comparé à Pygoscelis antarcticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Erect-crested Penguin | Chinstrap Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Eudyptes sclateri | Pygoscelis antarcticus |
| Ordre | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Famille | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Statut de conservation | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 22,3 cm (8.8 in) | 20,1 cm (7.9 in) |
| Poids | 5529,0 g (195.03 oz) | 4105,833333333333 g (144.83 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Endangered
Erect-crested Penguin
Least Concern
Chinstrap Penguin
About These Birds
Erect-crested Penguin
Erect-crested Penguin, 67–70 cm, breeds only on Bounty and Antipodes Islands southeast of New Zealand. Distinctive erect, brush-like yellow crest standing upright from eye to crown. Forages at sea for fish and squid; breeding biology poorly known due to remote location. Endangered; declining.
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.