Penguins in South Africa

Learn about 6 birds from the Penguins family (Spheniscidae) found in South Africa. Includes 5 regular species and 1 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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African Penguin

African Penguin

Spheniscus demersus

Endangered
Gentoo Penguin

Gentoo Penguin

Pygoscelis papua

Least Concern
King Penguin

King Penguin

Aptenodytes patagonicus

Least Concern
Macaroni Penguin

Macaroni Penguin

Eudyptes chrysolophus

Vulnerable
Southern Rockhopper Penguin

Southern Rockhopper Penguin

Eudyptes chrysocome

Vulnerable

Vagrant Spheniscidae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Chinstrap Penguin

Chinstrap Penguin

Pygoscelis antarcticus

Least Concern

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