Rockhopper Penguin
Eudyptes chrysocome
Conservation Status
VulnerableAves · Sphenisciformes · Spheniscidae
About
The western rockhopper penguin, traditionally known as the southern rockhopper penguin, is a species of rockhopper penguin that is sometimes considered distinct from the northern rockhopper penguin. It occurs in subantarctic waters of the western Pacific and Indian Oceans, as well as around the southern coasts of South America. It was formerly considered to be conspecific with one or both of eastern rockhopper penguin and northern rockhopper penguin.
Fun Fact
Rockhopper Penguins earned their name by leaping between rocks with both feet together, a unique locomotion strategy among penguins.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found roaming the waters offshore from their colonies.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
29 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance
External Data Sources
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