Chinstrap Penguin vs Magellanic Penguin
Pygoscelis antarcticus comparé à Spheniscus magellanicus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Chinstrap Penguin | Magellanic Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Pygoscelis antarcticus | Spheniscus magellanicus |
| Ordre | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Famille | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 20,1 cm (7.9 in) | 21,9 cm (8.6 in) |
| Poids | 4105,833333333333 g (144.83 oz) | 4585,0 g (161.73 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 2 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Habitats partagés
Chinstrap Penguin only
Aucun(e)
Magellanic Penguin only
Statut de conservation
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.