James's Flamingo

Phoenicoparrus jamesi

James's Flamingo is a striking species of flamingo with vibrant pink plumage and distinctive upward-curving bill. They are found in the high Andean plateaus of Peru, Chile, Bolivia, and Argentina. These social birds are often seen in large flocks wading in shallow saline lakes and lagoons, using their specialized bill to filter feed on algae and small invertebrates. They are known for their synchronized courtship displays, where they perform intricate dances and vocalizations. James's Flamingos are a symbol of the unique and fragile high-altitude wetland ecosystems they inhabit.

Habitat: High Andean plateaus, saline lakes, lagoons