Royal Penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli): Photos, Range and Facts

Overview

The royal penguin (Eudyptes schlegeli) is a species of penguin, which can be found only on the sub-Antarctic Macquarie Island and adjacent islands. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) classifies the royal penguin as Least Concern.

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Where to see it

Destination guides featuring this bird

Australia Macquarie Island A windswept ridge in the Southern Ocean with millions of penguins.

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Range and habitat

Breeds on coastal slopes of Macquarie and nearby Bishop and Clerk islands (southeast of Australia); winters mostly near colonies, with juveniles ranging farther.

Royal Penguin

Overview

Where to see it

Destination guides featuring this bird

Range and habitat

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