King Penguin

King Penguin Penguins-World.com Height: 0.70-1.0 meters. (2.3 ft to 3.3 ft) S Weight: 11 to 16 kg (24 to 35 Ib) Scientific name: Aptenodytes patagonicus. Average swimming speed: 6.5-10 km/h (4-6 mph) Breeding: Serially Monogamous. Distribution: Population: 2.23 million pairs. Sub-Antarctic islands and surrounding waters. Life expectancy: 20-26 years. Habitat: Soil and vegetation of the islands. Diet: Fish, squid and krill. Predators: Antarctic fur seals, Leopard Seals, Orcas. LEAST CONCERN (LC) CONSER It is a flightless bird. It is the second largest species of penguin. They dive to over 100 m. deep. (330 ft.) BioExpedition.com QUICK FACTS