Watercolor illustration of pinguim-imperador (Aptenodytes forsteri)

pinguim-imperador

Aptenodytes forsteri

Near Threatened
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
20 years
Length
1.1 m
Weight
40.0 kg
Population
595.0K
Trend
→ Stable
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About

O maior pinguim do mundo, os pinguins-imperadores medem até 1,2 metro de altura e pesam 45 kg, habitando o continente antártico em algumas das condições mais extremas da Terra. Reproduzem-se no meio do inverno, na escuridão, a temperaturas abaixo de -60°C, com os machos incubando ovos únicos sobre os pés sob uma bolsa de criação por 65 dias enquanto as fêmeas estão no mar. Seu comportamento de aglomeração — onde os indivíduos revezam-se pelo centro quente de grupos de milhares — é uma obra-prima de sobrevivência cooperativa.

Fun Facts

  • Males incubate the egg on their feet for 2 months without eating.
  • They can dive to depths of 565 meters.
  • They huddle together in temperatures of -60C.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore
pinguim-imperador is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore
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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened
Estimated Population
595.0K
Population Trend
Stable

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コウテイペンギン
Chinese 帝企鹅
Spanish Pingüino emperador
French Manchot empereur
German Kaiserpinguin
Portuguese pinguim-imperador
Russian Императорский пингвин

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of pinguim-imperador?
The scientific name of pinguim-imperador is Aptenodytes forsteri. It belongs to the genus Aptenodytes.
What is the conservation status of pinguim-imperador?
pinguim-imperador (Aptenodytes forsteri) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is stable.
Where does pinguim-imperador live?
pinguim-imperador is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does pinguim-imperador belong to?
pinguim-imperador (Aptenodytes forsteri) belongs to the genus Aptenodytes, which is part of the taxonomic family Spheniscidae.
What does pinguim-imperador eat?
pinguim-imperador is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.
How long does pinguim-imperador live?
pinguim-imperador has an average lifespan of approximately 20 years in the wild.
How many pinguim-imperador are left in the wild?
The estimated wild population of pinguim-imperador (Aptenodytes forsteri) is approximately 595,000 individuals.
What kingdom does pinguim-imperador belong to?
pinguim-imperador (Aptenodytes forsteri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Aptenodytes — 2 Species

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pinguim-imperador
Aptenodytes forsteri
NT
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pinguim-rei
Aptenodytes patagonicus
LC

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