About the Chilean Flamingo
The Chilean flamingo is a species of large flamingo at a height of 110–130 cm (43–51 in) closely related to the American flamingo and the greater flamingo, with which it was previously considered a subspecies before being classified as its own species as a result of their lighter color, smaller size and behavioral differences. The species is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Phoenicopteriformes |
| Family | Flamingos (Phoenicopteridae) |
| Species | Phoenicopterus chilensis |
| Species Codes | chifla1, CHFL |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chilean Flamingo belong to?
The Chilean Flamingo (Phoenicopterus chilensis) belongs to the Flamingos family (Phoenicopteridae), in the order Phoenicopteriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Chilean Flamingo?
The Chilean Flamingo is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Chilean Flamingo?
The Chilean flamingo is a species of large flamingo at a height of 110–130 cm (43–51 in) closely related to the American flamingo and the greater flamingo, with which it was previously considered a subspecies before being classified as its own species as a result of their lighter color, smaller size...
Where can I report a Chilean Flamingo sighting?
You can log sightings of Chilean Flamingo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chifla1, or on iNaturalist.
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