Yellow-eyed Penguin vs Chinstrap Penguin
Megadyptes antipodes comparado com Pygoscelis antarcticus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Atributo | Yellow-eyed Penguin | Chinstrap Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Nome científico | Megadyptes antipodes | Pygoscelis antarcticus |
| Ordem | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Família | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Estado de conservação | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Comprimento | — | — |
| Envergadura | 25,6 cm (10.1 in) | 20,1 cm (7.9 in) |
| Peso | 5636,666666666667 g (198.83 oz) | 4105,833333333333 g (144.83 oz) |
| Dieta | -- | -- |
| Tamanho da postura | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Estado de conservação
Endangered
Yellow-eyed Penguin
Least Concern
Chinstrap Penguin
About These Birds
Yellow-eyed Penguin
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.
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.