Common name:

African Penguin

Latin name:

Spheniscus demersus

Family:

Sphenicidae

Length:

24"

Wing span:

Small flipper like wings used for swimming

Weight:

5-10 lbs

Habitat:

Creates burrows on inner islands and protected beaches.

Notes:

Lives on islands between Namibia and Port Elizabeth, South Africa. New colonies established along mainland areas near Cape Town, SA. Known also as the "Jack Ass" penguin for donkey-like braying call. Impacted by oil spills. See: Treasure spill

Link:

Avian Demography Unit, Cape Town

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