Roseate Spoonbill

About the Roseate Spoonbill

A stunning pink wading bird with a spoon-shaped bill used to sweep side to side through shallow water.

Fun Facts

• Their pink color comes from pigments in the food they eat, like shrimp.
• They feed by swinging their bill back and forth, snapping it shut on prey.
• Spoonbills often feed in groups, creating a synchronized sweeping motion.
• Young birds start out pale and gain their bright color over time.