Quick Facts
Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).
Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Dec. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a very high risk of extinction in the wild.
The yellow-eyed penguin faces threats from introduced predators like stoats and ferrets, habitat loss, and marine pollution. Conservation efforts include predator control, nest protection, and habitat restoration, with some signs of stabilization in certain areas. Responsible tourism helps by funding conservation projects and raising awareness, while minimizing disturbance ensures these unique penguins can thrive.
The yellow-eyed penguin, known also as hoiho, is a species of penguin endemic to New Zealand. It is the sole extant species in the genus Megadyptes, from Ancient Greek μέγας (mégas), meaning "large", and δύπτης (dúptes), meaning "diver".
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Yellow-eyed Penguin. Sightings recorded in 5 safari areas total.
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