American Flamingo
American Flamingo
The American flamingo is a large species of flamingo closely related to the greater flamingo and Chilean flamingo. It has also been known as the Caribbean flamingo.
American Flamingo
This flamingo lives on the coast, salt marshes and lagoons in the islands of the Bahamas, Cuba, Haiti and the Dominican Republic and the Galapagos, as well as in Central America and the north of South America.
It is the only flamingo which naturally inhabits North America.
It differs from the common and Chilean flamingos in that it has bright red plumage.
American Flamingo
Although its numbers are still quite large -there are about 80-90.000 remaining- they are gradually decreasing due to the constant destruction of their environment (like many other species).
American Flamingo
The American flamingo is a tall, pink bird that stands on one leg. It is a homeothermic endotherm; an animal that keeps a consistent temperature that is regulated within its body.
Adult American flamingos are smaller on average than greater flamingos but are the largest flamingos in the Americas. They measure from 120 to 145 cm (47 to 57 in) tall. The males weigh an average of 2.8 kg (6.2 lb), while females average 2.2 kg (4.9 lb).
More info: Wikipedia
American Flamingo
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They are amazing, the colours fascinating. Thank you, love, nia
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Thank you Nia!! Glad you like these beautiful birds. Their colours are incredible.
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This American flamingo has migrated to the Netherlands. 😉 It’s certainly warm enough here this week to feel like parts of the Americas! Truly, though, sad to see such beautiful birds being displaced.
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Thank you Alison for comment!!
Many species are being displaced by humans (?) We are destroying their habitats.
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Beautiful images, beautiful bird!
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Thank you Julie!!
This is a gorgeous bird with this neck so long and the bright colors!
I’m glad you like it!
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Gorgeous photographs!
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Thank you very much Anna!! Your words are music to my ears. 🙂
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So glad. They were beautiful!
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Where we used to live in Spain there are large salt lakes and the local authorities provided landing strips for the flamingos when a road was built between the lakes. The salinas mostly had a deep pink or mauve hue, especially as the sun was setting.
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I do not know the area you’re talking about, but I’m glad you know my country and I enjoy these wonderful animals.
Thanks for comment Jean!!!
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Wow. I’ve never seen these guys before. They’re incredibly striking. Sad that we’re slowing destroying their home.
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Thanks Noma!! I’m glad you’ve discovered these beautiful birds thanks to my post. 🙂
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