Genus Pygoscelis
Adélie Penguin
アデリーペンギン Pygoscelis adeliae
About
A sea-ice-dependent penguin that nests in typically large colonies on ice-free rocky coasts. It feeds mainly on krill and fish, diving to a maximum of 150-180 m, though most foraging is within 30 m of the surface. After breeding, adults move into the pack ice up to 1,000-2,500 km from their colonies.
Key facts
- Scientific name
- Pygoscelis adeliae
- Conservation status (IUCN)
- Least Concern (LC) — assessed 2020
- Population trend
- Increasing
- Population
- About 10 million mature individuals (as of 2017)
- Range
- Breeds along the entire Antarctic coast and on some nearby islands.
Where to see the Adélie Penguin in Japan
FAQ
- Where can I see the Adélie Penguin in Japan?
- At 4 places listed on PenguinSpot: Adventure World, Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium.
- Is the Adélie Penguin endangered?
- It is not threatened. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern (LC), assessed in 2020.
Sources
We checked the sources below on October 21, 2026.