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What is the distinguishing physical characteristic of a flamingo?
What is the distinguishing physical characteristic of a flamingo?
The long, slender neck and distinctive pink coloration of their feathers.
What is the significance of the pink coloration in flamingo feathers?
What is the significance of the pink coloration in flamingo feathers?
The pink coloration is derived from the carotenoid pigments in their diet, such as shrimp and algae.
How do flamingos use their beaks and specialized tongue to feed?
How do flamingos use their beaks and specialized tongue to feed?
Flamingos use their uniquely shaped beaks and specialized tongue to filter small organisms, such as algae and crustaceans, from the water.
