Key Facts
Family: Phoenicopteridae
Biometrics:
Length: 80 to 105 cm, Weight: 2200 to 2700 g, Wingspan: 95 to 120 cm
Range:
Lesser Flamingos are nomadic birds. They are found throughout Africa, as well as Spain, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, Oman and Yemen.
Habitat:
Breed in brackish or salty lakes and lagoons in South Africa, and highly alkaline lakes in East Africa. Non breeding birds may be found on coastal mudflats, salt works and sewage treatment works where salinities are high
Clicked at: Bhandup Pumping Station during boat-ride
