Genus
Pygoscelis
2 species. Maximum lifespan ranges from 13.7 years (Adelie Penguin) to 41 years (Gentoo penguin).
Species
2
with a complete mtDNA
Median GC
46.8%
Range 46.2–47.4%
Median mtDNA size
17,099 bp
Where Pygoscelis species sit among 2,335 species
Whole-genome GC content against maximum lifespan. Hover or tap a point; select it again to open the species.
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- Pygoscelis (2)
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By lifespan
All 2Species in Pygoscelis
Select a column to sort| Pygoscelis papua | Gentoo penguin | 41 yr | 16,712 bp | 47.39% |
| Pygoscelis adeliae | Adelie Penguin | 13.7 yr | 17,486 bp | 46.18% |