American Flamingo
Flamingos are wading birds famous for their vibrant pink feathers, long legs, and distinctive downward-bending beaks. They get their color from the carotenoid pigments in their diet of algae and crustaceans.
American Flamingo Quick Facts
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A group of flamingos is called a 'flamboyance'!
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Lifespan
20-30 years
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Habitat
Lakes, lagoons, mangrove swamps
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Diet
Algae, crustaceans, small insects
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Region
Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe
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