greater flamingo phoenicopterus roseus the wading bird family phoenicopteridae |
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The greater flamingo is a large, wading bird known for its distinctive pink plumage. This vibrant color comes from the pigments in the crustaceans and algae they consume. Their long, slender legs and neck allow them to wade in shallow water, where they filter-feed on small invertebrates. |
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