About the King Penguin
The king penguin is the second largest species of penguin, smaller than but somewhat similar in appearance to the emperor penguin.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Sphenisciformes |
| Family | Penguins (Spheniscidae) |
| Species | Aptenodytes patagonicus |
| Species Codes | kinpen1, KIPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the King Penguin belong to?
The King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) belongs to the Penguins family (Spheniscidae), in the order Sphenisciformes.
How can I identify the King Penguin?
The king penguin is the second largest species of penguin, smaller than but somewhat similar in appearance to the emperor penguin....
Where can I report a King Penguin sighting?
You can log sightings of King Penguin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kinpen1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Sphenisciformes
Order
19
Species in Family
2,858
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