New ZealandEndemic to New Zealand, the Yellow-Eyed Penguin is a carnivore species inhabiting coastal areas habitats. Weighing 1–3 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| 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 | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Yellow-Eyed Penguin inhabits coastal areas habitats. It can be found in New Zealand.
Typical coloring: Yellow, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Yellow-Eyed Penguin is a solitary species belonging to the Spheniscidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Yellow-Eyed Penguin is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 13 carnivore birds, the Yellow-Eyed Penguin’s weight of 1–3 kg is comparable to the group median of 2.3 kg.
Weight rank: #29 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Yellow-Eyed Penguin weigh?
A Yellow-Eyed Penguin typically weighs 1–3 kg, which is near the global average compared to the median of 2.3 kg among carnivore birds.
What is the conservation status of the Yellow-Eyed Penguin?
The Yellow-Eyed Penguin is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Yellow-Eyed Penguin live?
The Yellow-Eyed Penguin is found in New Zealand, in coastal areas habitats.
How does the Yellow-Eyed Penguin reproduce?
The Yellow-Eyed Penguin has a gestation period of 80–90 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026