Yellow-eyed Penguin (Megadyptes antipodes) — Endangered Aves

Yellow-eyed Penguin

Megadyptes antipodes

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Sphenisciformes · Spheniscidae

About

The yellow-eyed penguin, known also as hoiho, is a species of penguin endemic to New Zealand. It is the sole extant species in the genus Megadyptes, from Ancient Greek μέγας (mégas), meaning "large", and δύπτης (dúptes), meaning "diver".

Fun Fact

It is the sole extant species in the genus Megadyptes, from Ancient Greek μέγας (mégas), meaning "large", and δύπτης (dúptes), meaning "diver".

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Eat some crustaceans, including krill (Nyctiphanes australis).

Lifespan

20 years

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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