Fiordland Penguins: Coastal Residents of New Zealand
Discover the rare Fiordland Penguins in New Zealand. Learn about their coastal lifestyle and the conservation efforts to protect this endangered species.
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Latin description
Eudyptes pachyrhynchus
The Fiordland Penguin inhabits the rainforests and fjords of New Zealand's South Island. It features a distinctive yellow stripe above its eyes and prefers remote coastal areas for nesting. This shy species spends much of its time at sea, hunting fish and squid.