About the Andean Flamingo
The Andean flamingo is a species of flamingo native to the Andes mountains of South America. Until 2014, it was classified in genus Phoenicopterus. It is closely related to James's flamingo, and the two make up the genus Phoenicoparrus. The Chilean flamingo, Andean flamingo, and James' flamingo are all sympatric, and all live in colonies.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Phoenicopteriformes |
| Family | Flamingos (Phoenicopteridae) |
| Species | Phoenicoparrus andinus |
| Species Codes | andfla2, ANFL |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Andean Flamingo belong to?
The Andean Flamingo (Phoenicoparrus andinus) belongs to the Flamingos family (Phoenicopteridae), in the order Phoenicopteriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Andean Flamingo?
The Andean Flamingo is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Andean Flamingo?
The Andean flamingo is a species of flamingo native to the Andes mountains of South America. Until 2014, it was classified in genus Phoenicopterus. It is closely related to James's flamingo, and the two make up the genus Phoenicoparrus. The Chilean flamingo, Andean flamingo, and James' flamingo are ...
Where can I report a Andean Flamingo sighting?
You can log sightings of Andean Flamingo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code andfla2, or on iNaturalist.
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