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South America
Galapagos Penguin
Spheniscus mendiculus
About this species
Bird-watchers in South America often spot the Galapagos Penguin in coastal settings. This Spheniscidae species is classified as Endangered by the IUCN.
The Galapagos Penguin is part of the order Sphenisciformes and the Spheniscidae family. Its preferred habitat is coastal, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Endangered, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Spheniscidae family and Sphenisciformes order.