Sunny Priyan
Flamingos' digestive system processes food backward, allowing them to extract nutrients from algae and microorganisms more efficiently.
Flamingos often mate for life, and they build intricate mud nests to protect their eggs.
They sleep while standing on one leg, balancing themselves to conserve body heat.
Not all flamingos are pink—some can be white, orange, or even red, depending on their diet and environment.
Some flamingo species live at altitudes of up to 15,000 feet, such as in the Andes mountains.
Flamingos can live up to 30 years in the wild, with some reaching 50 years in captivity.