Chilean Flamingo
Phoenicopterus chilensis
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedAves · Phoenicopteriformes · Phoenicopteridae
About
The Chilean flamingo is a species of large flamingo at a height of 110–130 cm (43–51 in) closely related to the American flamingo and the greater flamingo, with which it was previously considered a subspecies before being classified as its own species as a result of their lighter color, smaller size and behavioral differences. The species is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
Fun Fact
Chilean flamingos reach sexual maturity at 6 years and have one of the longest lifespans of any bird, living up to 50 years in the wild and up to 40 years in captivity.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Lived in the Tracy Aviary in Salt Lake City, Utah, had mistakenly not received his routine wing clipping.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
50 years
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change