Newsletters
The shores of Lake Van in eastern Türkiye have become a gathering place for flamingos, whose pink plumage and graceful silhouettes stand out against the lake's landscape.
Known locally as "alli turna," meaning "red cranes," flamingos are seen gathering in groups along the shoreline, where the shallow waters provide suitable conditions for feeding.
With their long legs, slender necks and distinctive pink feathers, the birds create a striking sight along the lake, attracting the attention of nature enthusiasts and photographers.
Lake Van, the largest lake in Türkiye, is located in the country's eastern region and is surrounded by mountains and settlements, forming part of a diverse landscape that supports various bird species.
Flamingos are known for their ability to feed in shallow water by filtering small organisms from the water and mud, while their pink coloration comes largely from pigments found in the algae and small crustaceans they consume.
The flamingos gathering along Lake Van's shores have been captured in drone footage, offering an aerial view of the birds moving in groups along the water's edge.
Set as preferred source
4 min read
