Enjoy a #MomentofZoo with our eye-catching American flamingos. A flamboyance is the perfect word to describe this colorful flock! Have you ever wondered why flamingos can often be seen standing on one leg? There are several theories on the behavior. Some believe they have better balance and use less energy when resting on one leg. Others believe it helps with thermoregulation or that it reduces exposure to potential parasites. It may well be a combination of these factors. | Bronx Zoo

🌞🦩 In warm climates, flamingos keep cool by standing in water. The cool water temperature cools the blood coming up to the bird’s body from its legs and feet. . . . ❄️🦩 Bird House keepers apply this natural thermoregulation to keep our flock warm in the winter, too! The flamingo pool is heated to 70 degrees Fahrenheit to keep the birds comfortable—even when it’s snowing! . . . 🌨🦩When the forecast calls for ice and freezing rain, however, the flock stays indoors. If ice crystals stay on the