description Petradyptes stonehousei Overview
Extinct late-Oligocene penguin from New Zealand named in honour of ornithologist Bernard Stonehouse and known from fragmentary fossil material recovered there.
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Petradyptes stonehousei ranks #47 of 91 in the Penguin ranking, behind Fiordland Penguin, ahead of Kairuku waitaki.
Fragmentary Oligocene fossil, useful taxonomic contribution, but sparse material and low recognition limit consensus standing.
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How good is Petradyptes stonehousei?
Petradyptes stonehousei scores 5.18/10 (Mediocre) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Penguin category. Fragmentary Oligocene fossil, useful taxonomic contribution, but sparse material and low recognition limit consensus standing.
What are the best alternatives to Petradyptes stonehousei?
See our alternatives page for Petradyptes stonehousei for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Pachydyptes ponderosus, Palaeeudyptes antarcticus, Palaeeudyptes marplesi.
How does Petradyptes stonehousei compare to Pachydyptes ponderosus?
See our detailed comparison of Petradyptes stonehousei vs Pachydyptes ponderosus with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Petradyptes stonehousei worth it in 2026?
With a score of 5.18/10, Petradyptes stonehousei is a solid option in Penguin. See all Penguin ranked.
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