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South America
Andean Flamingo
Phoenicoparrus andinus
About this species
The Andean Flamingo is a striking member of the Phoenicopteridae family found across South America. It inhabits mountain environments and is currently listed as Vulnerable.
The Andean Flamingo is part of the order Phoenicopteriformes and the Phoenicopteridae family. Its preferred habitat is mountain, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Vulnerable, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of South America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Phoenicopteridae family and Phoenicopteriformes order.
