NT Carnivore Antarctic
22–45 kg
Weight
15–20 yrs
Lifespan
9 km/h
Top Speed
Antarctica
Found In
Weighing 22–45 kg, the Emperor Penguin ranks as one of the heaviest carnivore birds (#1 of 12). Native to Antarctica, it lives in Antarctic habitats and is classified as Near Threatened.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Emperor Penguin | Carnivore Birds Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 33.5 kg | 2.3 kg | ↑ 1357% |
| Height | 100 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 9 km/h | 33.5 km/h | ↓ 73% |
| Avg Speed | 2.3 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 17.5 yrs | 18.8 yrs | ↓ 7% |
Endemic to Antarctica
Habitat: Antarctic
Found In: Antarctica
Coloration: Black, White
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Colony-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 62–66 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 15–20 years
A Near-Threatened Population
NT Listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List — one of 14 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Near Threatened Species
Ranked #6 of 14 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Markhor | Up to 110 kg | NT |
| 5 | Gerenuk | 28–52 kg | NT |
| 6 | Emperor Penguin | 22–45 kg | NT |
| 7 | Maned Wolf | 20–25 kg | NT |
| 8 | Harpy Eagle | 4.5–9 kg | NT |
| 9 | Platypus | 0.7–2.4 kg | NT |
Other Spheniscidae Species
The Spheniscidae family has 4 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galápagos Penguin | 1.7–2.6 kg | Carnivore, Piscivore | EN |
| Galápagos Penguin | 1.7–2.6 kg | Carnivore, Piscivore | EN |
| Yellow-Eyed Penguin | 1–3 kg | Carnivore | EN |