EN Carnivore Coastal Areas
1–3 kg
Weight
Up to 20 yrs
Lifespan
25 km/h
Top Speed
New ZealandFound In
Endemic to New Zealand, the Yellow-Eyed Penguin is a carnivore species inhabiting coastal areas habitats. Weighing 1–3 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Yellow-Eyed Penguin | Carnivore Birds Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2 kg | 2.3 kg | ↓ 13% |
| Height | 62.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 25 km/h | 33.5 km/h | ↓ 25% |
| Avg Speed | 25 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 20 yrs | 18.8 yrs | ↑ 7% |
Endemic to New Zealand
Habitat: Coastal Areas
Found In: New Zealand
Coloration: Yellow, White
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 80–90 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: Up to 20 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #29 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | Galápagos Penguin | 1.7–2.6 kg | EN |
| 28 | Galápagos Penguin | 1.7–2.6 kg | EN |
| 29 | Yellow-Eyed Penguin | 1–3 kg | EN |
| 30 | Golden Lion Tamarin | Up to 0.7 kg | EN |
| 31 | Numbat | 0.32–1 kg | EN |
Other Spheniscidae Species
The Spheniscidae family has 4 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emperor Penguin | 22–45 kg | Carnivore | NT |
| Galápagos Penguin | 1.7–2.6 kg | Carnivore, Piscivore | EN |
| Galápagos Penguin | 1.7–2.6 kg | Carnivore, Piscivore | EN |