ishowbreeds on Instagram: "The flamingo is one of the most iconic and recognizable birds on Earth, famous for its vibrant pink feathers, long legs, and elegant posture. These striking colors come from their diet rich in carotenoid pigments found in algae, plankton, and shrimp. Without this food source, flamingos would actually be white or gray! 🌊🦐 Standing up to 3.3–4.6 feet (1–1.4 m) tall and weighing between 4.5–9 lbs (2–4 kg), flamingos are lightweight but tall, built perfectly for wading i