Erect-crested Penguin at Kaikoura

[sav]

Hi all,

I've just received a (rather poor) photo of a crested penguin sp at Kaikoura today. I think it is probably a Snares CP, but can't be sure. I'd say it is either a Snares or an Erect-crested.

The bird was found by the Pier Hotel, by unknown people.

I might get some better photos later.

cheers

[Michael Szabo]

This photo was posted on the New Zealand Birders Facebook group a short time ago by Jesse Golden:

https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/ ... e=5948D0DD

[Colin Miskelly]

Hi all

This is a juvenile erect-crested penguin. But is it the same bird?

Cheers
Colin

[sav]

Yes, it is the same bird. Gazza has just sent more and better pics..

Sav

[Jan]

Nice, looks very healthy specimen - ie. fat.

[sav]

The bird is still present this morning.

[Lindsay Rowe]

Have just got photos of the bird this morning. My punt is a juvenile erect crested penguin, but...............
Lindsay

[rowey]

Nice to see you actually seeing something different for a change Dad. Thats at least 2 up on me this year. Even worked out the technlogy for posting photos. Keep it there for me.

[Jan]

I can't resist saying that it looks like Dad has glued it to the rock in the 2nd pic!

[sgalla32]

Kia ora! I'm interested in chasing this bird during the weekend. Any recommendations for where/when to find it?