“Unique” | FL

12 February 2019
Unique Phoenicopteridae Phoenicopterus ruber American Flamingo St Marks National Wildlife Refuge Florida Americana Collection

American Flamingo – Americana Collection

 

Bird identification can be confusing. Similar characteristics require a great amount of research for accuracy. However, the American Flamingo Phoenicopterus ruber is unique – there are no other known similar species in North America.

camera: Nikon D500 | lens: AF Nikkor VR 400mm f/2.8G IF-ED with Nikon AF-S TC14E III
effective focal length: 820mm | support: monopod
exposure: f/8 – 1/2000 – ISO 1000

Posted on: 12 February 2019