Greater Flamingo
Every year, a fascinating spectacle unfolds in the Grevelingen area of the Netherlands as flamingos arrive to overwinter. These vibrant birds, primarily European, Chilean, and Caribbean flamingos, migrate from the Zwillbrocker Venn in Germany, where they breed during the summer months. The Zwillbrocker Venn is a freshwater lake that freezes in winter, prompting the flamingos to seek the milder, saline waters of the Grevelingenmeer.
From October onwards, the flamingos can be seen wading through the shallow waters near Battenoord, a small hamlet on the island of Goeree-Overflakkee. The Grevelingenmeer provides a rich feeding ground, teeming with the aquatic life that sustains these exotic visitors through the colder months. Despite their tropical origins, these flamingos have adapted remarkably well to the Dutch winters, creating a unique and colorful addition to the local wildlife.
Greater Flamingo
Every year, a fascinating spectacle unfolds in the Grevelingen area of the Netherlands as flamingos arrive to overwinter. These vibrant birds, primarily European, Chilean, and Caribbean flamingos, migrate from the Zwillbrocker Venn in Germany, where they breed during the summer months. The Zwillbrocker Venn is a freshwater lake that freezes in winter, prompting the flamingos to seek the milder, saline waters of the Grevelingenmeer.
From October onwards, the flamingos can be seen wading through the shallow waters near Battenoord, a small hamlet on the island of Goeree-Overflakkee. The Grevelingenmeer provides a rich feeding ground, teeming with the aquatic life that sustains these exotic visitors through the colder months. Despite their tropical origins, these flamingos have adapted remarkably well to the Dutch winters, creating a unique and colorful addition to the local wildlife.