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Chinstrap Penguin

Pygoscelis antarcticus

Classification

Class
Aves

The chinstrap penguin (Pygoscelis antarcticus) is a penguin species that inhabits various islands and shores in the Southern Pacific and the Antarctic Oceans. Its name stems from the narrow black band under its head, which makes it appear to wear a black helmet. Other common names include ringed penguin, bearded penguin, and stonecracker penguin.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
United Kingdom · 644Argentina · 22Chile · 2