Chinstrap Penguin
Also known as Bearded penguin, Pygoscelis antarcticus, Ringed penguin, Stonecracker penguin, Aptenodytes antarctica, Pygoscelis antarctica
species of bird in the penguin family (Spheniscidae)
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The Chinstrap Penguin is a species of penguin found in the Southern Hemisphere, named for the thin line of black feathers that runs under its chin like a helmet strap. As a member of the penguin family, it is an important indicator of ocean health and climate change in Antarctic and sub-Antarctic regions where it lives.
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Species
Least Concernchinstrap penguin
Species
- PhylumChordata
- ClassAves
- OrderSphenisciformes
- FamilySpheniscidae
Habitatmarine
Pygoscelis antarcticus Le Manchot à jugulaire (Pygoscelis antarcticus) est en effectif, la deuxième plus importante espèce de manchots après le gorfou doré (Eudyptes chrysolophus). On en dénombre 7 500 000 couples, dont 5 000 000 habiteraient les îles Sandwich du Sud. Son nom lui a été donné en raison de la ligne noire qui parcourt son menton. Il ressemble au Manchot Adélie.
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The chinstrap penguin (Pygoscelis antarcticus) is a penguin species that inhabits various islands and shores in the Southern Pacific and the Antarctic Oceans. Its name stems from the narrow black band under its head, which makes it appear to wear a black helmet. Other common names include ringed penguin, bearded penguin, and stonecracker penguin. It is known for its loud, harsh call.
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