About the Western Rockhopper Penguin
The Western Rockhopper Penguin (Eudyptes chrysocome) is a species of bird in the Penguins family (Spheniscidae), within the order Sphenisciformes. This family contains 19 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rocpen2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Sphenisciformes |
| Family | Penguins (Spheniscidae) |
| Species | Eudyptes chrysocome |
| Species Codes | rocpen2, WRPE, SRPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Rockhopper Penguin belong to?
The Western Rockhopper Penguin (Eudyptes chrysocome) belongs to the Penguins family (Spheniscidae), in the order Sphenisciformes.
How can I identify the Western Rockhopper Penguin?
The Western Rockhopper Penguin is a member of the Penguins family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Western Rockhopper Penguin sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Rockhopper Penguin on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rocpen2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Penguins 19 species
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