This Bird Is The Supermodel Of Avian World
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The Greater Flamingo is called the "supermodel of the avian world" due to its elegant appearance.
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These birds are known for their graceful movements as they wade through shallow waters.
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They are also known for their ability to stand for long periods on one leg.
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Their feathers are a striking pink colour, which comes from carotenoids in their diet of shrimp and algae.
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Their long, slender legs are a key part of their graceful appearance, and they can bend backward, a unique feature.
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They use their distinctive, downward-curved beak to filter food from the water, a specialised feeding technique.
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They inhabit shallow, saline or brackish water environments like coastal lagoons and salt lakes.
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They are filter feeders, using their specialised bills to sift through water and mud for algae, crustaceans, and other small organisms.
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