Chilean Flamingo

Unlike my previous post I can give the full name to the flamingos shown in this photograph. The are Chilean Flamingos (Phoenicopterus chilensis), one of the larger flamingos, with striking colouration. In the captive conditions in which I photographed them they appear to be very gregarious, closing ranks at all times. However, when I look at shots of the species taken in the wild they appear just as companiable.

photo © T. Boughen     Camera: Nikon P900