Emperor Penguin
Aptenodytes forsteri
Near Threatened
The Emperor Penguin is the tallest and heaviest of all penguin species. They live in Antarctica, the coldest place on Earth, and are famous for the incredible journey they make to raise their chicks.
Males keep the eggs warm on their feet under a special flap of skin called a brood pouch, huddling together through the harsh Antarctic winter.
Size
About as tall as a 6-year-old child
Very Large (>60 cm)
Wingspan: 76 cm
Weight: 23000 g
Colors
black
white
yellow
orange
Habitat
coastal
Diet
fish
Fun Facts
- ✨Emperor Penguins can dive deeper than any other bird - over 1,800 feet!
- ✨They can hold their breath for over 20 minutes.
- ✨Males don't eat for about 4 months while incubating the egg!
- ✨They huddle together in groups to stay warm, rotating who's on the outside.
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
This bird is okay for now, but scientists are keeping a close eye on it. If we're not careful, it might need more help in the future.
Population trend: decreasing 📉