Fiordland Penguin vs Snares Penguin
A side-by-side comparison of the Fiordland Penguin and Snares Penguin, covering size, weight, habitat, diet, conservation status, and lifespan.
Fiordland Penguin
Snares Penguin
Size Comparison
Fiordland Penguin
51-71 cm
2.7-5.9 kg
Snares Penguin
51-61 cm
2.5-4 kg
| Feature | Fiordland Penguin | Snares Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation | Vulnerable | Vulnerable |
| Scientific Name | Eudyptes pachyrhynchus | Eudyptes robustus |
| Height | 51-71 cm | 51-61 cm |
| Weight | 2.7-5.9 kg | 2.5-4 kg |
| Lifespan | 10-20 years | 15-20 years |
| Population | ~5,500-7,000 pairs | ~25,000 pairs |
| Diet | Squid, Crustaceans, Small fish | Krill, Squid, Small fish |
| Habitat | Temperate rainforest, Rocky coastlines, Dense vegetation | Sub-Antarctic islands, Rocky shores, Olearia forest |
| Regions | New Zealand (South Island), Stewart Island | Snares Islands (New Zealand) |
| Genus | Eudyptes | Eudyptes |
Conservation Status
Fiordland Penguin
VulnerableSnares Penguin
VulnerableScientific Name
Fiordland Penguin
Eudyptes pachyrhynchus
Snares Penguin
Eudyptes robustus
Height
Fiordland Penguin
51-71 cm
Snares Penguin
51-61 cm
Weight
Fiordland Penguin
2.7-5.9 kg
Snares Penguin
2.5-4 kg
Lifespan
Fiordland Penguin
10-20 years
Snares Penguin
15-20 years
Population
Fiordland Penguin
~5,500-7,000 pairs
Snares Penguin
~25,000 pairs
Diet
Fiordland Penguin
Squid, Crustaceans, Small fish
Snares Penguin
Krill, Squid, Small fish
Habitat
Fiordland Penguin
Temperate rainforest, Rocky coastlines, Dense vegetation
Snares Penguin
Sub-Antarctic islands, Rocky shores, Olearia forest
Regions
Fiordland Penguin
New Zealand (South Island), Stewart Island
Snares Penguin
Snares Islands (New Zealand)
Genus
Fiordland Penguin
Eudyptes
Snares Penguin
Eudyptes
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 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, Fiordland Penguin or Snares Penguin?
The Fiordland Penguin is larger, standing up to 71cm tall compared to the Snares Penguin's 61cm.
Which is more endangered, Fiordland Penguin or Snares Penguin?
The Fiordland Penguin is classified as "Vulnerable" while the Snares Penguin is "Vulnerable".
Do Fiordland Penguins and Snares Penguins live in the same area?
Fiordland Penguins are found in New Zealand (South Island), Stewart Island. Snares Penguins are found in Snares Islands (New Zealand).