Flamingos tip over in deep water, paddling with rear legs

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Greater Flamingos are gregarious birds and live together in flocks or dense colonies numbering between 10 – 12 birds, such as those in the Galapagos Islands, to over 20,000 birds on the African salt lakes. In exceptional cases up to 200,000 pairs have been observed. These large flocks give them safety in numbers. Flocks remain closely packed and individuals are protected from predators by the other flock members while they have their heads down in the mud when feeding.

Greater Flamingos are vocal birds and keep in contact with each other by producing a deep honking sound, similar to a Goose. They call loudly during courtship but they have a quieter call while they are feeding.

These beautiful pink shore birds are surprisingly good swimmers but tend to thrive on the shallow mudflats and lagoons. Greater Flamingos are a remarkable sight when in flight with their long, thin neck outstretched in front and their long legs outstretched behind them. Flocks form either long, trailing lines or irregular shapes whilst flying.

Flamingos are often seen standing on one leg. This stance is thought to keep the hidden leg warm amongst their feathers. On very hot days, flamingos may stand on both legs.

Greater Flamingos are not territorial birds but will defend their nests during breeding season. Greater Flamingos have few natural predators, however, their eggs and chicks are preyed upon by other birds including the Marabou Stork.

Source: https://animalcorner.co.uk/animals/greater-flamingo/

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