MIGRATION -- Lifestyles of the Pink Flamingo

When not hanging out at home (see Primary Residence), Lesser Lawn Flamingos enjoy hitting the road and seeing the sights. These cosmopolitan creatures move in both domestic and foreign circles. The time of migration varies to correspond with the tourist season of the chosen destination.

The P. plasticus is often found at family-oriented attractions with the whole clan in tow. These outings are greatly enjoyed by all family members, with the possible exception of the adolescent flamingo who is preternaturally drawn to shopping malls and avoids public contact with the family unit whenever possible.

Education of the "nestlings" is taken seriously by the parental pair. Trips to the nation's capital provide an opportunity to learn while having fun.

No matter where their migratory trek takes them, these intrepid travelers always take time to visit local points of interest.

Many flamingos heed the call of the great outdoors and migrate exclusively to wilderness areas. Backpacking and camping trips in the North American Rockies are popular options. To avoid becoming part of the local food chain the flamingo usually maintains a low profile and is thus harder to spot. However, these "back-to-nature" trips provide opportunities to relax and unwind before heading back to the stress of suburbia.

France is one of the most popular European destinations for Lesser Lawn Flamingos. The French with their singular appreciation for the finer points of American culture warmly embrace these most unique U.S. tourists. An excursion to the Louvre allows viewing of a flamingo favorite, Winged Nike.

After the children are nested down after a long day's sight seeing the adult pair prove that even flamingos are not immune to the romance of Paris.

Lodging while on a migratory trip is often basic. Eschewing luxury resorts, the thrifty Lesser Lawn flamingo will seek out the simple comfort of the local motor lodge. Whenever possible, they support avian owned and operated businesses.

But at the end of the day, 9 out of 10 flamingos surveyed agreed, "There's no better place to be than at Cynthia's."

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