About the Greater Flamingo
The Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) is a species of bird in the Flamingos family (Phoenicopteridae), within the order Phoenicopteriformes. This family contains 6 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code grefla3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Phoenicopteriformes |
| Family | Flamingos (Phoenicopteridae) |
| Species | Phoenicopterus roseus |
| Species Codes | grefla3, GRFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Flamingo belong to?
The Greater Flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus) belongs to the Flamingos family (Phoenicopteridae), in the order Phoenicopteriformes.
How can I identify the Greater Flamingo?
The Greater Flamingo is a member of the Flamingos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Greater Flamingo sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Flamingo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grefla3, or on iNaturalist.