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Chinstrap Penguin

Pygoscelis antarcticus

Least Concern
Rentang Sayap
20,1 cm
Berat
4105,833333333333 g
Famili
Spheniscidae
Ordo
Sphenisciformes

The Chinstrap Penguin (Pygoscelis antarcticus) is a bird species in the family Spheniscidae (penguins), within the order Sphenisciformes (penguins). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.1 cm and a weight of 4.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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Tentang

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.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Rentang Sayap 20,1 cm 7.9 in
Berat 4105,833333333333 g 144.83 oz

Habitat & Range

Status Konservasi

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Perilaku & Berkembang Biak

Bersarang

Nest type: PL. Incubation: 34-40 days. Fledging: 52-60 days.

Ukuran Sarang

2

Taksonomi

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordo Sphenisciformes (Penguins)
Famili Spheniscidae (Penguins)
Genus Pygoscelis
Spesies Pygoscelis antarcticus

Distribution

Chinstrap Penguin has been recorded in 1 countries.

Hadir Not recorded

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Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan

Is the Chinstrap Penguin endangered?
The Chinstrap Penguin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Chinstrap Penguin nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 34-40 days. Fledging: 52-60 days.
How big is the Chinstrap Penguin?
The Chinstrap Penguin has a wingspan of 20.1 cm, weight of 4105.833333333333 g.
What order and family does the Chinstrap Penguin belong to?
The Chinstrap Penguin (Pygoscelis antarcticus) belongs to the order Sphenisciformes and the family Spheniscidae.

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