Emperor Penguin vs Red-tailed Hawk
Who would win?
Emperor Penguin toss-up
| Emperor Penguin | Red-tailed Hawk | |
|---|---|---|
| 52.8 | Power index | 52.3 |
| B | Tier | B |
| #98 | Rank | #105 |
| 38 kg | Weight | 1.2 kg |
| 1.15 m | Length | 58 cm |
| 1.15 m | Height | — |
| 14 km/h | Top speed | — |
| — | Bite force | — |
| 17.5 years | Lifespan | 20 years |
Emperor Penguin wins this matchup 51% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 3 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from stamina (95 vs 74). Its power index is 52.8 against 52.3 for the Red-tailed Hawk.
Size matters here: a typical adult Emperor Penguin weighs about 38 kg (84 lb), roughly 32× the Red-tailed Hawk's 1.2 kg.
The Red-tailed Hawk's best chance is its agility (90 vs 68), plus abilities like Skyline Targeting and Talon Drop. This one is close enough that terrain, first contact and motivation could flip it.
Who would win, Emperor Penguin or Red-tailed Hawk?
Emperor Penguin. Emperor Penguin wins this matchup 51% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 3 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from stamina (95 vs 74). Its power index is 52.8 against 52.3 for the Red-tailed Hawk.
Which is bigger, the Emperor Penguin or the Red-tailed Hawk?
The Emperor Penguin (38 kg) is heavier than the Red-tailed Hawk (1.2 kg).
Which is faster?
No reliable top speed exists for both, but the Red-tailed Hawk is more agile (90 vs 68).
Odds come from the Animal Battle Stats model: six researched ratings, weighted, compared head to head. How it works