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Flamingo Guide: How to Identify Each Species, Where to See Them — and Why Flamingos are Pink

Originally Published in  Discover Wildlife

Discover why flamingos are pink, how many types there are, where they live, what they eat, and the surprising ways they care for their young in this colorful guide to one of nature’s most unique birds.

The article "Flamingo Guide: How to Identify Each Species, Where to See Them — and Why Flamingos are Pink" from BBC's Discover Wildlife is a colorful exploration of one of the world’s most striking birds. It explains the six different flamingo species, how diet affects their bright coloring, and where to find them in the wild. The article also highlights flamingo behavior, nesting, communication, and how they feed their chicks pink "milk."
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Grades:
3-56-89-12
Subject:
Science
Topic:
Life Science
Keywords
flamingospink feathersbird behaviorwildlife for kids
Two flamingos standing in water
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Note: The BBC Learning Hub Editorial Team made use of AI tools to create multiple versions of this article, each tailored to different student reading levels. Every version undergoes a thorough review by our BBC Learning editors to ensure accuracy, quality, and appropriateness.

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Grades: 3-5Lexile Level: 400-600L
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Grades: 6-8Lexile Level: 900L-1100L
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Grades: 9-12Lexile Level: 1100-1300L
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