f you’re already a fan of our Pink Flamingo Tea Towel, you’ll love this flock of flamingo facts. These fabulous birds are colourful, quirky, and full of surprises – just like the tea towel they inspired!
Here are six fun and unexpected facts about flamingos that will make you love them (and your kitchen décor) even more…
1. Flamingos Aren’t Born Pink
Believe it or not, flamingos hatch grey! Their signature blush comes from eating algae and shrimp loaded with beta-carotene. It’s their diet that gives them their colour – so yes, your Pink Flamingo Tea Towel is backed by biology!
2. They’re Big on Dance Moves
Flamingos woo each other with synchronised courtship dances – think marching, head bobbing, and coordinated wing flaps. No wonder they look so graceful standing beak-to-beak on your tea towel.
3. They Can Sleep Standing on One Leg
This classic flamingo pose isn’t just for show. It helps them conserve energy and stay balanced. Bonus? It looks very chic on your oven door.
4. Flamingos Eat Upside Down
Flamingos feed with their heads upside down, using their unique beaks to filter food from water. Talk about multitasking with flair.
5. They’re Loud, Social, and Love a Crowd
Flamingos live in noisy flocks of hundreds or even thousands. Basically, the more, the merrier – which might explain why one flamingo on a tea towel is never enough!
6. There Are Six Species of Flamingo
From the elegant Greater Flamingo to the bold Andean variety, these birds know how to strut their stuff in different styles. Just like home accessories, really.
Ready to bring the tropics to your kitchen?
Our Pink Flamingo Tea Towel isn’t just pretty – it’s made from thick organic cotton, generously sized, and guaranteed to brighten up drying-up time.
