The common flamingo is solidifying its presence at the Natural Park of Las Lagunas de la Mata and Torrevieja, following six years of continuous reproduction. Recent observations by Federo Kenzelmann confirm that around sixty percent of this season’s chicks have already hatched.

The colony, one of the largest recorded to date, consists of adult flamingos incubating eggs as well as newly hatched chicks of varying ages, ranging from just a few days to one or two weeks old. While an official census is yet to be conducted, experts note that this breeding season stands out due to the high number of successful breeding pairs, a key indicator of nesting success.

With this marking the sixth consecutive breeding season, Torrevieja is establishing the common flamingo as one of the emblematic species that choose this Natural Park for reproduction. This highlights the critical importance of these wetlands for biodiversity within the Valencian geography.

The continued success of the flamingos emphasizes the necessity of preserving these natural habitats, ensuring that local wildlife can thrive and contribute to the region’s ecological balance.