Macaroni Penguin
Eudyptes chrysolophus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="eudyptes-chrysolophus"></birdfyi-bird>The Macaroni Penguin (Eudyptes chrysolophus) is a bird species in the family Spheniscidae (penguins), within the order Sphenisciformes (penguins). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.3 cm and a weight of 4.7 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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О нас
Macaroni Penguin, 70–75 cm, is the most numerous penguin species globally — over 18 million individuals. Breeds on sub-Antarctic islands from South Georgia to Heard Island. Black head with bright orange-yellow crest that meets above the bill. Krill specialist and piscivore; dives to 100 m. Vulnerable; declining.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 23,3 cm | 9.2 in |
| Масса | 4650,0 g | 164.02 oz |
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Incubation: 33-40 days. Fledging: 60 days.
Размер кладки
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Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Sphenisciformes (Penguins) |
| Семейство | Spheniscidae (Penguins) |
| Genus | Eudyptes |
| Виды | Eudyptes chrysolophus |
Distribution
Macaroni Penguin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Spheniscidae family