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Greater Flamingo

Phoenicopterus roseus

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Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

40 years

Length

1.3 m

Weight

3.5 kg

Population

680.0K

Trend

↑ Increasing

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가장 넓게 분포하는 홍학 종으로, 큰홍학은 키 1.2미터에 달하며 유럽, 아프리카, 남아시아의 염수 및 알칼리성 호수에 서식합니다. 특유의 분홍색은 특수하게 구부러진 부리로 여과 섭식하는 조류와 갑각류에 함유된 카로티노이드 색소에서 유래합니다. 대부분의 다른 종에게 유독한 고염도 호수에서 수만 마리 규모의 대규모 군집을 이루어 번식합니다. 개체군이 안정적이며 최소관심종으로 지정되어 있습니다.

Fun Facts

✨ Flamingos are born with gray feathers.
✨ They can only eat with their heads upside down.
✨ They stand on one leg to conserve body heat.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in a wide range of habitat types.

🌋 Marine Coastal/Supratidal 💧 Wetlands (Inland)

Found across Europe (7 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Diet & Behavior

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Omnivore

Greater Flamingo is classified as omnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🍽️ Omnivore

Plant ~60% Animal ~40%

Full Taxonomy

Phoenicopteriformes (Flamingos)

Family

Phoenicopteridae (Flamingos)

Genus

Phoenicopterus (Flamingos)

Species

Phoenicopterus roseus (Greater Flamingo)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヨーロッパフラミンゴ

Chinese 大紅鸛

Spanish Flamenco común

French flamant rose

German Rosaflamingo

Portuguese flamingo-rosado

Russian Розовый фламинго

Arabic مالك الحزين

Similar Species in Phoenicopterus

Phoenicopterus chilensis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Greater Flamingo?

The scientific name of Greater Flamingo is Phoenicopterus roseus. It belongs to the genus Phoenicopterus.

Where does Greater Flamingo live?

Greater Flamingo is found in Found across Europe (7 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Greater Flamingo belong to?

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

What does Greater Flamingo eat?

Greater Flamingo is omnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Greater Flamingo live?

Greater Flamingo has an average lifespan of approximately 40 years in the wild.

How many Greater Flamingo are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) is approximately 680,000 individuals.

What kingdom does Greater Flamingo belong to?

Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Greater Flamingo?

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