American Flamingo

About the American Flamingo

A tall, striking pink wading bird with long legs and a uniquely curved bill adapted for filter-feeding in shallow water.

Fun Facts

• Their pink color comes from pigments in the shrimp and algae they eat.
• Flamingos feed upside down, filtering tiny food particles from the water.
• They often stand on one leg, possibly to conserve body heat.
• American Flamingos are the largest flamingo species in the Americas.