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Why flamingos are so colourful

Judy Evans @JudyEv (382329) • Rockingham, Australia 29 Jan 25

Did you know that flamingos are not born pink? Their newly-hatched plumage is a light grey. Their main foods – blue-green algae, brine shrimp, larvae – all contain carotenoids which are red, yellow and orange pigments. These...

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carotene

petermg @petermg (70) • South Africa 20 May 07

Carotene is the chemical contained in the yellow colour of certain vegetables i.e. carrots and pumpkin Carotenen is reputed to help preserve amd maintain "Night Vision" It actually helps you to see at night. Now what do you...

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