Chinstrap Penguin

The chinstrap penguin is a species of penguin that inhabits a variety of islands and shores in the Southern Pacific and the Antarctic Oceans. Its name stems from the narrow black band under its head, which makes it appear as if it were wearing a black helmet, making it easy to identify.

Lifespan: 15 – 20 years (In the wild)

Scientific name: Pygoscelis antarcticus

Conservation status: Least Concern (Population increasing)

Mass: 6.6 – 11 lbs

Number of eggs: two eggs

Family: Spheniscidae

Kingdom: Animalia