Caribbean Flamingo

Phoenicopterus ruber

NATURAL HABITAT
The Caribbean flamingo prefers to live in tropical and warm temperate climates.

DIET
IN THE WILD – Small shrimp, mollusks, invertebrates and blue-green algae
IN THE ZOO – Specially formulated enriched grain

FASCINATING FACTS

• Capable of long-distance migration
• Fly at speeds up to 31 to 37 mph
• Pink coloring is caused by the beta carotene in shrimp
• Stand on one leg to reduce heat loss through the legs and feet
• Can sleep standing on one leg
• What appears to be their knee bent backwards is actually their ankle joint