Rare black flamingo spotted again in Cyprus

A rare black flamingo has returned to the Akrotiri region of Cyprus, joining hundreds of other flamingos currently wintering on the island. The bird, which periodically visits the area, is easily distinguished from the standard pink population due to its unique dark plumage, a condition experts attribute to an excess of melanin.

The presence of this rare specimen has drawn significant attention from wildlife observers. According to reports, photographic evidence of the bird was shared on the "KYNIGI" Facebook page by Konstantinos Savva. The massive gathering of flamingos in the Akrotiri area is part of their annual seasonal migration, as the birds depart their breeding grounds to seek warmer climates for the winter months, with Cyprus serving as a key stopover on their long-distance migratory route.