RarityCommon
Height33 cm
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Bird Calls
5 recordings of the Little Penguin
Did You Know?
3 Facts1
"Little Penguins are the only penguin species with blue and white feathers, providing camouflage from both aerial and underwater predators."
Field Guide
Little Penguin
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The Little Penguin (*Eudyptula minor*), also known as the Fairy Penguin or Little Blue Penguin, is the world’s smallest penguin species and the only penguin found on the Australian mainland. It is easily recognised by its compact size and unique blue and white plumage.
Distribution Map
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Top Locations
Curated birding spots where the Little Penguin has been recorded.
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