Chinstrap Penguin
Pygoscelis antarcticus
🐧 Penguin
About Chinstrap Penguin
Named for the narrow black band under their heads, Chinstrap Penguins are known for their aggressive nature and loud calls. They are found primarily on the Antarctic Peninsula and nearby islands, with colonies sometimes numbering in the hundreds of thousands.
Where to See Them
Antarctica Peninsula
High chance Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec
Deception Island
High chance Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec
Elephant Island
High chance Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec
Half Moon Island
High chance Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec
South Orkney Islands
High chance Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec
South Shetland Islands
High chance Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec
Antarctic Sound
Good chance Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec
Gerlache Strait
Good chance Jan-Mar, Nov-Dec