The southern rockhopper penguin (Eudyptes chrysocome) belongs to the kingdom Animalia, phylum Chordata, class Aves, order Sphenisciformes, and family Spheniscidae. It is part of the genus Eudyptes, which includes several species of crested penguins. The species is characterized by its distinctive yellow crest and is primarily found on sub-Antarctic islands. Southern rockhopper penguins are known for their unique hopping ability, which they use to navigate rocky terrains.
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