The yellow eyed penguin is a penguin belonging to the bird class, penguin family, and yellow eyed penguin genus. Height is 56-78 centimeters, weight is about 5-8 kilograms. This species exhibits sexual dimorphism, with male birds possessing decorations derived from carotenoids. The difference between males and females can be seen from the pigment deposition on their feathers, with males having a brighter yellow head. The pupils of yellow eyed penguins are light yellow, which is their main characteristic. The body is black, and the jaw and throat are black brown. There is a yellow band connecting the eyes at the back of the head. Residing along the coastline of New Zealand's islands. Most of the coast is covered by coastal forests.