Today is World Migratory Bird Day in Latin and South America, so to honor the occasion we"ve chosen these flamingos, rising above the Caribbean Sea off the coast of Venezuela. Changes in daylight hours and food availability can trigger seasonal migrations in many bird species, including flamingos. American flamingos like these will migrate relatively short distances, usually to ensure a steady food supply. Found mainly throughout the Caribbean, their range extends as far north as southern Florida.
Birds of a feather
Today in History
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Let s get lost
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Summer huts in winter
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Nomads of the Gobi
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Adorably evolutionary sea sheep
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A tribute to the ancestors
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Spectacular views below!
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National Park Week: Wind Cave National Park
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Dalyan, Turkey
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World Architecture Day
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A yearly sign that spring has sprung
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Cherry blossoms spring to life
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Celebrating 30 years of eye-opening images
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