Bird
Yellow-eyed Penguin Facts Megadyptes antipodes
The yellow-eyed penguin (Megadyptes antipodes), known also as hoiho, is a species of penguin endemic to New Zealand.
Classification
Family: Spheniscidae. Order: Sphenisciformes.
Yellow-eyed Penguin Conservation Status
Yellow-eyed Penguin is listed here as Endangered. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Weight
- 5.33 kg
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