Northern Rockhopper Penguin (Eudyptes moseleyi) — Endangered Aves

Northern Rockhopper Penguin

Eudyptes moseleyi

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Sphenisciformes · Spheniscidae

About

The northern rockhopper penguin, Moseley's rockhopper penguin, or Moseley's penguin, is a penguin species or subspecies native to the southern Indian and Atlantic Oceans. It is described as distinct from the southern rockhopper penguin.

Fun Fact

It is described as distinct from the southern rockhopper penguin.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on krill and other sea life such as crustaceans, squid, octopus and fish.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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