American Flamingo

Phoenicopterus ruber

Least Concern

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가장 선명한 색채를 가진 홍학 종으로, 아메리카홍학은 갑각류 먹이에 포함된 카로티노이드 색소로부터 진홍빛 분홍 깃털을 갖습니다. 바하마와 플로리다에서 중앙아메리카와 갈라파고스에 이르는 카리브해 연안 석호, 염전, 맹그로브 습지에서 서식합니다. 매우 군집성이 강하여 갯벌 흙더미에 대규모 군락을 이루어 번식하며, 독특한 짙은 분홍색은 잠재적인 짝에게 건강과 번식 능력을 신호합니다.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (10 countries) and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇵🇱 Poland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇪🇪 Estonia 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Phoenicopteriformes (Flamingos)

Family

Phoenicopteridae (Flamingos)

Genus

Phoenicopterus (Flamingos)

Species

Phoenicopterus ruber (American Flamingo)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオフラミンゴ

Chinese 美洲紅鸛

Spanish Flamenco Americano, Flamenco de Galápagos

French Flamant rose

German Flamingo

Portuguese Flamingo-comum

Russian Красный фламинго

Similar Species in Phoenicopterus

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Chilean Flamingo

Phoenicopterus chilensis

Not Evaluated

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Greater Flamingo

Phoenicopterus roseus

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Flamingo?

The scientific name of American Flamingo is Phoenicopterus ruber. It belongs to the genus Phoenicopterus.

What is the conservation status of American Flamingo?

American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American Flamingo live?

American Flamingo is found in Found across Europe (10 countries) and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Poland.

What family does American Flamingo belong to?

American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) belongs to the genus Phoenicopterus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phoenicopteridae.

Is American Flamingo endangered?

No, American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does American Flamingo belong to?

American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of American Flamingo?

The closest relatives of American Flamingo in the genus Phoenicopterus include Chilean Flamingo, Greater Flamingo.