7 Types Of Penguins That You Should Know About

Zee Media Bureau
Apr 03, 2024

Emperor Penguin

The biggest penguin species, famous for their black and white feathers.

King Penguin

Resembles the Emperor Penguin but lives in subantarctic islands.

Adélie Penguin

Identified by the white circle around their eyes and their brave and inquisitive behaviour.

Gentoo Penguin

Easily recognisable by the broad white stripe on their heads and ranking as the third-largest penguin species.

Chinstrap Penguin

Named for the thin black stripe beneath their chin.

Macaroni Penguin

Known for their unique yellow crests and found in large groups on subantarctic islands.

Rockhopper Penguin

Named for their habit of hopping on rocks, they sport spiky yellow crests.

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