Little Penguin
The Little Penguin (Eudyptula minor) is a bird native to Oceania.
The little penguin is the smallest species of penguin in the world, and originates from New Zealand and Australia. It is commonly known as the fairy penguin, little blue penguin, or blue penguin, owing to its slate-blue plumage and is also known by its Māori name kororā. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Eudyptula minor
- Class
- Bird
- Family / order
- Spheniscidae
- Habitat
- Marine
- Found in
- Oceania
- Weight
- 1 kg
- Lifespan
- 42.2 years
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
How big is a Little Penguin?
The little penguin weighs around 1 kg.
How long do Little Penguins live?
In the wild, the little penguin can live up to about 42.2 years.
Where do Little Penguins live?
Little Penguins are found in Oceania, in marine habitats.
Is the little penguin endangered?
The little penguin is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.