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Andean flamingo
Scientific name: Phoenicoparrus andinus
IUCN Status: Vulnerable
Family: PHOENICOPHORIDAE
Group: Birds
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 10 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.01-31.12
Gestation: 120 à 150 jours
Births: 31.12-15.01
Habitat:
Saline and alkaline lagoons of high altitude
Description:
The Andean flamingo is a rare species of flamingo that inhabits saline and alkaline lagoons of the high Andes plateaus, primarily in Argentina, Chile, and Bolivia. It is distinguished by its white plumage and pale pink hues, as well as its graceful silhouette. This species is threatened by habitat loss and human disturbance and is listed as a protected species. It primarily feeds on algae and small crustaceans found in saline waters.
Recommended lens:
>=300 mm
Photography tips:
Photograph the Andean flamingo using a telephoto lens to capture its grace and soft colors. It is best to photograph early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when the light is soft and the flamingos are more active. Be discreet, as these birds are very sensitive to human presence, especially when feeding or nesting.
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