The yellow-eyed penguin (Megadyptes antipodes), known also as hoiho, is a species of penguin endemic to New Zealand. [2][3] It is the sole extant species in the genus Megadyptes. Previously thought closely related to the little penguin (Eudyptula minor), molecular research has shown it more closely related to penguins of the genus Eudyptes.

Unique to New Zealand, the hoiho, or yellow-eyed penguin, is thought to be one of the world's rarest penguin species. Found in: South-east South Island and on Banks Peninsula, Stewart Island/Rakiura and its outliers, the Auckland Islands and Campbell Island.

Sep 16, 2024 · New Zealand’s only native mammals are bats and marine species, putting the spotlight on its birds, which are beloved — and often rare. This year’s victor, the hoiho — its name means “noise shouter” in the Māori language — is a shy bird thought to …

Sep 16, 2024 · New Zealand’s only native mammals are bats and marine species, putting the spotlight on its birds, which are beloved — and often rare. This year’s victor, the hoiho — its name means “noise...

Yellow-eyed penguins breed on the southeast coast of the South Island, on Stewart Island and adjacent islands, and in the subantarctic on the Auckland and Campbell Islands. On the mainland, yellow-eyed penguins breed in four distinct breeding regions: the Catlins, Otago Peninsula, North Otago and Banks Peninsula.

Yellow-eyed penguins / hoiho are one of the rarest penguins in the world and are only found in New Zealand (endemic). The scientific name of the yellow-eyed penguin is Megadyptes antipodes which means big diver from the southern lands (mega = big, dyptes = …

Hoiho live in native coastal forests, scrub or dense flax, although they also use pasture and exotic vegetation. Nest sites are carefully selected – a suitable site should have a solid back such as a log, rock or flax plant, and provide shelter from harsh weather and the heat of the sun.

The yellow-eyed penguin, also known by its Maori name, hoiho, is the third largest of all penguin species, averaging around 24 pounds (lb) (11 kilograms (kg)) in weight. It is the only species in the monotypic genus Megadyptes.

The yellow-eyed penguin (Megadyptes antipodes), known also as hoiho or tarakaka, is a species of penguin endemic to New Zealand. Previously thought closely related to the little penguin ( Eudyptula minor ), molecular research has shown it more …

Scientifically, the yellow-eyed penguin / hoiho (Megadyptes antipodes) is very special. It is the only species left in its genus, and is truly a unique bird. It may also be the most ancient of all living penguins. Research revealed the existence of a now-extinct sister species, Megadyptes waitaha.