Now the birds can spread out during feeding time, instead of being forced into food fights at a trough. Giving all the birds better opportunities to feed will also likely make for a rosier-hued flock, which visitors love, he says. All rights reserved. Fighting flamingos In their native habitats, lesser flamingos filter feed for aquatic organisms—crustaceans, algae, diatoms, and cyanobacteria—that contain the carotenoids that enable them to produce their color.
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The colour of individual birds in the study was scored from one mainly white to four mainly pink. Materials provided by University of Exeter. Note: Content may be edited for style and length. Science News. Story Source: Materials provided by University of Exeter. What influences aggression and foraging activity in social birds? Bright plumage linked to aggression when squabbling with rivals.
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