Gentoo Penguin vs Snares Penguin
A side-by-side comparison of the Gentoo Penguin and Snares Penguin, covering size, weight, habitat, diet, conservation status, and lifespan.
Gentoo Penguin
Snares Penguin
Size Comparison
Gentoo Penguin
51-90 cm
4.5-8.5 kg
Snares Penguin
51-61 cm
2.5-4 kg
| Feature | Gentoo Penguin | Snares Penguin |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Scientific Name | Pygoscelis papua | Eudyptes robustus |
| Height | 51-90 cm | 51-61 cm |
| Weight | 4.5-8.5 kg | 2.5-4 kg |
| Lifespan | 15-20 years | 15-20 years |
| Population | ~774,000 pairs | ~25,000 pairs |
| Diet | Crustaceans, Fish, Squid | Krill, Squid, Small fish |
| Habitat | Sub-Antarctic islands, Antarctic Peninsula | Sub-Antarctic islands, Rocky shores, Olearia forest |
| Regions | Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Kerguelen Islands, Antarctic Peninsula | Snares Islands (New Zealand) |
| Genus | Pygoscelis | Eudyptes |
Conservation Status
Gentoo Penguin
Least ConcernSnares Penguin
VulnerableScientific Name
Gentoo Penguin
Pygoscelis papua
Snares Penguin
Eudyptes robustus
Height
Gentoo Penguin
51-90 cm
Snares Penguin
51-61 cm
Weight
Gentoo Penguin
4.5-8.5 kg
Snares Penguin
2.5-4 kg
Lifespan
Gentoo Penguin
15-20 years
Snares Penguin
15-20 years
Population
Gentoo Penguin
~774,000 pairs
Snares Penguin
~25,000 pairs
Diet
Gentoo Penguin
Crustaceans, Fish, Squid
Snares Penguin
Krill, Squid, Small fish
Habitat
Gentoo Penguin
Sub-Antarctic islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Snares Penguin
Sub-Antarctic islands, Rocky shores, Olearia forest
Regions
Gentoo Penguin
Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Kerguelen Islands, Antarctic Peninsula
Snares Penguin
Snares Islands (New Zealand)
Genus
Gentoo Penguin
Pygoscelis
Snares Penguin
Eudyptes
About Each Species
Gentoo 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 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, Gentoo Penguin or Snares Penguin?
The Gentoo Penguin is larger, standing up to 90cm tall compared to the Snares Penguin's 61cm.
Which is more endangered, Gentoo Penguin or Snares Penguin?
The Gentoo Penguin is classified as "Least Concern" while the Snares Penguin is "Vulnerable".
Do Gentoo Penguins and Snares Penguins live in the same area?
Gentoo Penguins are found in Falkland Islands, South Georgia, Kerguelen Islands, Antarctic Peninsula. Snares Penguins are found in Snares Islands (New Zealand).