Adelie Penguin vs Snares Penguin
A side-by-side comparison of the Adelie Penguin and Snares Penguin, covering size, weight, habitat, diet, conservation status, and lifespan.
Adelie Penguin
Snares Penguin
Size Comparison
Adelie Penguin
46-71 cm
3.6-6 kg
Snares Penguin
51-61 cm
2.5-4 kg
| Feature | Adelie Penguin | Snares Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Scientific Name | Pygoscelis adeliae | Eudyptes robustus |
| Height | 46-71 cm | 51-61 cm |
| Weight | 3.6-6 kg | 2.5-4 kg |
| Lifespan | 10-20 years | 15-20 years |
| Population | ~7,580,000 pairs | ~25,000 pairs |
| Diet | Krill, Fish, Squid | Krill, Squid, Small fish |
| Habitat | Antarctic coastline, Rocky shores | Sub-Antarctic islands, Rocky shores, Olearia forest |
| Regions | Antarctica, South Shetland Islands, South Orkney Islands | Snares Islands (New Zealand) |
| Genus | Pygoscelis | Eudyptes |
Conservation Status
Adelie Penguin
Least ConcernSnares Penguin
VulnerableScientific Name
Adelie Penguin
Pygoscelis adeliae
Snares Penguin
Eudyptes robustus
Height
Adelie Penguin
46-71 cm
Snares Penguin
51-61 cm
Weight
Adelie Penguin
3.6-6 kg
Snares Penguin
2.5-4 kg
Lifespan
Adelie Penguin
10-20 years
Snares Penguin
15-20 years
Population
Adelie Penguin
~7,580,000 pairs
Snares Penguin
~25,000 pairs
Diet
Adelie Penguin
Krill, Fish, Squid
Snares Penguin
Krill, Squid, Small fish
Habitat
Adelie Penguin
Antarctic coastline, Rocky shores
Snares Penguin
Sub-Antarctic islands, Rocky shores, Olearia forest
Regions
Adelie Penguin
Antarctica, South Shetland Islands, South Orkney Islands
Snares Penguin
Snares Islands (New Zealand)
Genus
Adelie Penguin
Pygoscelis
Snares Penguin
Eudyptes
About Each Species
Adelie Penguin
Small, highly abundant Antarctic penguins recognized by their distinctive white eye rings. Adélies are one of only two penguin species on the Antarctic mainland and serve as key indicator species for ecosystem health.
Learn more about Adelie PenguinSnares Penguin
Endemic to the tiny Snares Islands south of New Zealand, this yellow-crested penguin has the most restricted range of any penguin species, yet maintains a healthy population thanks to the absence of introduced predators.
Learn more about Snares PenguinFrequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Adelie Penguin or Snares Penguin?
The Adelie Penguin is larger, standing up to 71cm tall compared to the Snares Penguin's 61cm.
Which is more endangered, Adelie Penguin or Snares Penguin?
The Adelie Penguin is classified as "Least Concern" while the Snares Penguin is "Vulnerable".
Do Adelie Penguins and Snares Penguins live in the same area?
Adelie Penguins are found in Antarctica, South Shetland Islands, South Orkney Islands. Snares Penguins are found in Snares Islands (New Zealand).