Chinstrap Penguin vs Galapagos Penguin
Pygoscelis antarcticus в сравнении с Spheniscus mendiculus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Характеристика | Chinstrap Penguin | Galapagos Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Научное название | Pygoscelis antarcticus | Spheniscus mendiculus |
| Отряд | Sphenisciformes | Sphenisciformes |
| Семейство | Spheniscidae | Spheniscidae |
| Охранный статус | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Длина | — | — |
| Размах крыльев | 20,1 cm (7.9 in) | 16,6 cm (6.5 in) |
| Масса | 4105,833333333333 g (144.83 oz) | 2040,0 g (71.96 oz) |
| Питание | -- | -- |
| Размер кладки | 2 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Охранный статус
Least Concern
Chinstrap Penguin
Endangered
Galapagos 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.
Galapagos Penguin
Galápagos Penguin, 49–53 cm, is the only penguin that breeds north of the equator. Restricted to the Galápagos Islands and dependent on Humboldt Current upwelling. Banded black-and-white with a horseshoe breast band. Piscivore; dives for sardines and mullet. Endangered; highly vulnerable to El Niño events.