About the Lesser Flamingo
The lesser flamingo is a species of flamingo occurring in sub-Saharan Africa and western India. Birds are occasionally reported from farther north, but these are generally considered vagrants.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Phoenicopteriformes |
| Family | Flamingos (Phoenicopteridae) |
| Species | Phoeniconaias minor |
| Species Codes | lesfla1, LEFL |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Flamingo belong to?
The Lesser Flamingo (Phoeniconaias minor) belongs to the Flamingos family (Phoenicopteridae), in the order Phoenicopteriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Lesser Flamingo?
The Lesser Flamingo is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Lesser Flamingo?
The lesser flamingo is a species of flamingo occurring in sub-Saharan Africa and western India. Birds are occasionally reported from farther north, but these are generally considered vagrants....
Where can I report a Lesser Flamingo sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Flamingo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lesfla1, or on iNaturalist.
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