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Latin description
Phoenicoparrus andinus
The Andean Flamingo (Phoenicoparrus andinus) is the rarest flamingo in the world, inhabiting high-altitude lakes in the Andes of South America. With its delicate pink plumage and yellow legs, it is a highlight for birdwatchers. Its habitat in extreme altitudes makes it a fascinating subject for nature photographers.