Lesser Flamingo

Phoeniconaias minor

The Lesser Flamingo is a striking bird known for its vibrant pink plumage and long, slender neck. These social birds are often found in large flocks, particularly in the alkaline lakes of eastern and southern Africa. They are filter feeders, using their uniquely shaped beaks to extract algae and small invertebrates from the water. Lesser Flamingos are well adapted to their harsh, highly saline habitats, and their nesting sites are often located on remote islands to protect them from predators. These birds play a crucial role in the ecosystem by shaping the environment through their feeding and nesting behaviors.

Habitat: Alkaline lakes and saline lagoons

Lesser Flamingo
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Tours where you can spot this bird

6 Days Kenya Budget Birding
6 Days Kenya Budget Birding
Kenya / Nairobi 6 days | 0h

Do you prefer a short private Kenya birding tour or already have a target species in mind? Do you enjoy taking your time or do you need to g...

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Sabaki River Estuary
Sabaki River Estuary
Kenya / Nairobi 1 day | 0h

Sabaki River Mouth offers sightings of multiple amazing birds, such as the Madagascar Pratincole , Sooty Gull, Saunder’s Tern, and Lesser ...

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Lake Elementeita
Lake Elementeita
Kenya / Nairobi 1 day | 0h

Lake Elementeita ( also spelled Elementaita or Lake Elmenteita) is a small soda lake with a size of 18 square kilometers. The word Elementei...

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Lake Bogoria
Lake Bogoria
Kenya / Nairobi 1 day | 0h

Located in Kenya’s Rift Valley, Lake Bogoria is a prime birding destination famous for its geysers and hot springs. It hosts exceptionally...

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10-Day Tanzania Birding Safari with Wings Explorers Tours
10-Day Tanzania Birding Safari with Wings Explorers Tours
Tanzania / Arusha Private tour 10 days | 0h

A 10-day Tanzania birding route through Arusha National Park, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Ndutu, Serengeti, Lake Natron and Lake Ey...

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15-Day Luxury Birding Safari in Tanzania with Wings Explorers Tours
15-Day Luxury Birding Safari in Tanzania with Wings Explorers Tours
Tanzania / Arusha Private tour 15 days | 0h

A 15-day luxury Tanzania birding safari from Arusha to Arusha National Park, Mkomazi, Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti....

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Tanzania Birds and Wildbeasts with Johnnie Uganda Safaris
Tanzania Birds and Wildbeasts with Johnnie Uganda Safaris
Tanzania / Arusha Group tour 9 days | 0h

9-day Tanzania birding and wildlife itinerary with Johnnie Uganda Safaris, prepared for partner review....

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Kenya Big Game and Birds Exploration with Johnnie Uganda Safaris
Kenya Big Game and Birds Exploration with Johnnie Uganda Safaris
Kenya / Nairobi Group tour 13 days | 0h

12-day Kenya birding and wildlife itinerary with Johnnie Uganda Safaris, prepared for partner review....

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4-Day West Coast Bird and Flower Tour
4-Day West Coast Bird and Flower Tour
South Africa / Cape Town Private tour 4 days | 0h

A seasonal 4-day West Coast birding and flower itinerary through West Coast National Park, Vanrhynsdorp, Nieuwoudtville and Akkerendam....

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3-Day Cape Town Birding Tour
3-Day Cape Town Birding Tour
South Africa / Cape Town Private tour 3 days | 0h

A 3-day Cape Town birding itinerary covering Cape Peninsula, Hottentots Holland, False Bay and key local habitats....

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10-Day Western Cape Birding Tour
10-Day Western Cape Birding Tour
South Africa / Cape Town Private tour 10 days | 0h

A private or small-group Western Cape birding itinerary from Cape Town through the Cape Peninsula, West Coast, Tankwa Karoo, Agulhas Plain, ...

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