Gentoo Penguin
The Gentoo Penguin is a species of penguin native to the sub-Antarctic islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. It is known for its bright orange beak and its unique white "bonnet" on its head.
The Gentoo Penguin is a highly social bird that lives in large colonies. It is an excellent swimmer and diver, and its diet consists of krill, fish, and squid.
Gentoo Penguin
Classification
Aves > Sphenisciformes > Spheniscidae > Pygoscelis > P. papua
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
2 - 2.5 feet
(0.6 - 0.8 m)
Average Weight
10 - 18 lbs
(4.5 - 8.2 kg)
Average Life Span
15 - 20 years
Gestation Period
34 - 36 days
Did You Know?
The Gentoo Penguin is the third largest penguin species.
They are the fastest underwater swimming penguins, reaching speeds of up to 22 miles per hour!
Gentoo Penguins have a distinctive white stripe across the top of their heads.
They build nests out of pebbles, and sometimes even steal pebbles from other nests!
Their diet primarily consists of krill and fish.
Gentoo Penguins can dive to depths of over 500 feet.
They communicate with a loud trumpeting call.
These penguins can live for up to 15 years in the wild.
Gentoo Penguins are found on many sub-Antarctic islands.
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