American Flamingo
Phoenicopterus ruber
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<birdfyi-bird slug="phoenicopterus-ruber"></birdfyi-bird>The American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) is a bird species in the family Phoenicopteridae (flamingos), within the order Phoenicopteriformes (flamingos). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 81.8 cm and a weight of 3.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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American Flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) is a large 100–145 cm, brilliant pink flamingo of the Caribbean and Galápagos. Deepest pink of all flamingos; kinked pink-and-black bill. Inhabits hypersaline coastal lagoons, estuaries, and salt flats in the Caribbean, Yucatán, Galápagos, and northern South America.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 81,8 cm | 32.2 in |
| Масса | 3090,0 g | 109.00 oz |
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Incubation: 27-31 days. Fledging: 65-90 days.
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Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Phoenicopteriformes (Flamingos) |
| Семейство | Phoenicopteridae (Flamingos) |
| Genus | Phoenicopterus |
| Виды | Phoenicopterus ruber |
Distribution
American Flamingo has been recorded in 13 countries.
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