Growth parameters for Spheniscus demersus
 
Maximum Length 70.00cm TL
n = 3
Note that studies where Loo is very different (+/- 1/3) from Lmax are doubtful.

Auximetric graph [n = 0]

ø = 3.36
L inf = 12.5 cm OT
K = 14.6
Median record no. 2
Ref. 8442
Loo
(cm)
Length Type K
(1/y)
to Sex M
(1/y)
Temp° C Lm Ø' Country Locality Questionable Captive
12.45 OT 14.620 -0.03 3.36 South Africa Unspecified, South Africa Yes Yes
12.45 OT 14.620 -0.03 3.36 South Africa Unspecified, South Africa Yes Yes
15.05 OT 10.547 -0.04 3.38 South Africa Dassen Is. Yes Yes
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