Fiordland Penguin vs Gentoo Penguin
A side-by-side comparison of the Fiordland Penguin and Gentoo Penguin, covering size, weight, habitat, diet, conservation status, and lifespan.
Fiordland Penguin
Gentoo Penguin
Size Comparison
Fiordland Penguin
51-71 cm
2.7-5.9 kg
Gentoo Penguin
51-90 cm
4.5-8.5 kg
| Feature | Fiordland Penguin | Gentoo Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Scientific Name | Eudyptes pachyrhynchus | Pygoscelis papua |
| Height | 51-71 cm | 51-90 cm |
| Weight | 2.7-5.9 kg | 4.5-8.5 kg |
| Lifespan | 10-20 years | 15-20 years |
| Population | ~5,500-7,000 pairs | ~774,000 pairs |
| Diet | Squid, Crustaceans, Small fish | Crustaceans, Fish, Squid |
| Habitat | Temperate rainforest, Rocky coastlines, Dense vegetation | Sub-Antarctic islands, Antarctic Peninsula |
| Regions | New Zealand (South Island), Stewart Island | Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Kerguelen Islands, Antarctic Peninsula |
| Genus | Eudyptes | Pygoscelis |
Conservation Status
Fiordland Penguin
VulnerableGentoo Penguin
Least ConcernScientific Name
Fiordland Penguin
Eudyptes pachyrhynchus
Gentoo Penguin
Pygoscelis papua
Height
Fiordland Penguin
51-71 cm
Gentoo Penguin
51-90 cm
Weight
Fiordland Penguin
2.7-5.9 kg
Gentoo Penguin
4.5-8.5 kg
Lifespan
Fiordland Penguin
10-20 years
Gentoo Penguin
15-20 years
Population
Fiordland Penguin
~5,500-7,000 pairs
Gentoo Penguin
~774,000 pairs
Diet
Fiordland Penguin
Squid, Crustaceans, Small fish
Gentoo Penguin
Crustaceans, Fish, Squid
Habitat
Fiordland Penguin
Temperate rainforest, Rocky coastlines, Dense vegetation
Gentoo Penguin
Sub-Antarctic islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Regions
Fiordland Penguin
New Zealand (South Island), Stewart Island
Gentoo Penguin
Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Kerguelen Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Genus
Fiordland Penguin
Eudyptes
Gentoo Penguin
Pygoscelis
About Each Species
Fiordland Penguin
Also known as Tawaki, this elusive yellow-crested penguin nests in dense temperate rainforests along New Zealand's Fiordland coast — one of the few penguins to breed in forest environments.
Learn more about Fiordland PenguinGentoo Penguin
The third-largest penguin and the fastest underwater swimmer of all penguins at 36 km/h, Gentoos are easily identified by their bright orange-red bill and white "bonnet" across the top of the head.
Learn more about Gentoo PenguinFrequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Fiordland Penguin or Gentoo Penguin?
The Gentoo Penguin is larger, standing up to 90cm tall compared to the Fiordland Penguin's 71cm.
Which is more endangered, Fiordland Penguin or Gentoo Penguin?
The Fiordland Penguin is classified as "Vulnerable" while the Gentoo Penguin is "Least Concern".
Do Fiordland Penguins and Gentoo Penguins live in the same area?
Fiordland Penguins are found in New Zealand (South Island), Stewart Island. Gentoo Penguins are found in Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Kerguelen Islands, Antarctic Peninsula.