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南美企鹅 (Magellanic Penguin)

Spheniscus magellanicus

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests and montane grasslands and shrublands within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Colombia, Norway, and Peru. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Japanese マゼランペンギン
Chinese 南美企鹅
Spanish Pingüino magallánico
French Manchot de Magellan
German Magellanpinguin
Portuguese pinguim
Russian Магелланов пингвин

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 南美企鹅?
The scientific name of 南美企鹅 is Spheniscus magellanicus. It belongs to the genus Spheniscus.
What is the conservation status of 南美企鹅?
南美企鹅 (Spheniscus magellanicus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 南美企鹅 live?
南美企鹅 is found in Distributed across Colombia, Norway, and Peru. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Colombia, Norway, Peru.
What family does 南美企鹅 belong to?
南美企鹅 (Spheniscus magellanicus) belongs to the genus Spheniscus, which is part of the taxonomic family Spheniscidae.
What kingdom does 南美企鹅 belong to?
南美企鹅 (Spheniscus magellanicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 南美企鹅?
The closest relatives of 南美企鹅 in the genus Spheniscus include 加岛企鹅, 南非企鹅, 洪保德環企鵝.

Native Range — 3 Countries

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