Genus Spheniscus
Galápagos Penguin
ガラパゴスペンギン Spheniscus mendiculus
About
A small black-and-white penguin about 53 cm long. A white border runs from behind the eye around the ear-coverts and chin to join on the throat, and two black bands cross the whitish breast, the lower one extending down the flanks to the thigh. It is the most northerly breeding penguin and breeds throughout the year, coinciding with increased upwelling.
Key facts
- Scientific name
- Spheniscus mendiculus
- Conservation status (IUCN)
- Endangered (EN) — assessed 2020
- Population trend
- Decreasing
- Population
- About 1,800–4,700 individuals (as of 2009)
- Length
- about 53 cm
- Range
- Endemic to the Galápagos archipelago, Ecuador, breeding on Isabela, Fernandina, Floreana and Santiago islands and several offshore islets. About 95% of the population is on Isabela and Fernandina in the west.
Where to see the Galápagos Penguin in Japan
None of the places listed on PenguinSpot keep the Galápagos Penguin.
FAQ
- Where can I see the Galápagos Penguin in Japan?
- None of the places listed on PenguinSpot keep the Galápagos Penguin.
- Is the Galápagos Penguin endangered?
- Yes. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered (EN), assessed in 2020.
Sources
We checked the sources below on October 21, 2026.