Gentoo penguin

The gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) is a species of penguin native to subantarctic islands and the Antarctic Peninsula. It is part of the genus, Pygoscelis, being more close related to the chinstrap penguin and Adélie penguin. It calls in a variety of ways, but most frequently heard a loud trumpeting. It is easily recognized by the wide white stripe extending to the bonnet across the top of its head and its bright orange-red bill. It has pale whitish-pink or orange-red webbed feet, and a long tail, the most prominent of all penguin species. Chicks have gray backs and white fronts. As the penguin walks on land, it sticks out its tail from behind, sweeping side to side, hence the genus name Pygoscelis. Gentoo penguins reach a height from 51 to 90 cm, making it the third largest penguin, being the king penguin and emperor penguin. The maximum weight of a male is 8.5 kg before molting, with the minimum being 4.9 kg before mating. The maximum weight for females is 8.2 kg before molting and 4.5 kg when guarding chicks on the nests. Individuals of the north weigh 700 g and 10 cm, making them heavier and taller than the southern gentoos. Southern gentoo penguins reach 75–80 cm. They are the fastest swimmers of all bird species, reaching speeds up to 36 km/h.