Adelie Penguin vs Chinstrap Penguin
Pygoscelis adeliae comparé à Pygoscelis antarcticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Adelie Penguin | Chinstrap Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Pygoscelis adeliae | Pygoscelis antarcticus |
| Ordre | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Famille | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 18,9 cm (7.4 in) | 20,1 cm (7.9 in) |
| Poids | 5425,0 g (191.36 oz) | 4105,833333333333 g (144.83 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
Adelie Penguin
Least Concern
Chinstrap 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.
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.