Humboldt Penguin
Originating from South America, the Humboldt Penguin is typically thinner than other Penguins and has a black head with a white border running around the face.
The Humboldt Penguin faces many challenges in the wild, predominantly from entanglement in nets, loss of habitat and over-fishing.
IUCN Listing: Vulnerable
At a vulnerable risk of becoming extinct in the wild
Fact File
Native Range
From the Pacific coast of Peru to Chile
Natural Habitat
Coast and coastal waters
Diet
Fish, krill and squid
Life Expectancy
In the wild: 15 – 20 years
In zoos: 25 – 30 years
Breeding
Incubation period:
40 days. 2 eggs.
Group Name
Colony, huddle, creche or waddle
Active Hours
During the day
Threats
Fishery activities, Human disturbance
Fun Fact
Each Humboldt Penguin has a very distinctive call, and they can recognise each other amongst an entire colony of penguins!