Predators. Most flamingo predators are other species of birds. The lesser flamingo's eggs and chicks are preyed upon by several birds. The lappet-faced and white-headed vultures feed on eggs, young flamingos, and dead flamingos. ... Historically, people have used flamingo eggs as a primary food source and delicacy. read more
Flamingos tend to live in regions that have very little food to offer other animals. As a result they benefit from not having many natural predators. read more
With such brightly colored feathers and few good places to hide while standing in open water, it might seem logical to think flamingos are easy targets for predators. read more
According to Google, who could have answered this question, the main predators of flamingos are lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and Pythons. read more
Humans have long been the biggest predators of the Flamingo though. In many cultures stealing the eggs of them to consume is a way of life. This has drastically reduced the number of new Flamingos in many regions. Even in locations where the government has made it illegal for this to take place it continues. read more
According to Google, who could have answered this question, the main predators of flamingos are lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and Pythons. I imagine that a giant pink bird is the target of many predators. read more
Other birds make up the largest group of flamingo predators. Although adult flamingos aren't often attacked, birds of prey will snatch young flamingos as well as eggs. Chicks may be taken right out of the nest before they're able to walk. read more