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Guests of the Gediz Delta: Flamingos
With its vast size, the Gediz Delta is one of the largest deltas in the Eastern Mediterranean.
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- Published Date: 12:38 | 06 August 2025
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Stretching all the way to residential areas, the delta decorates the Gulf of İzmir like a necklace with its surface features shaped by saltwater meadows and glasswort plants.
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The delta is also home to flamingos, which appear to coexist with the city as they feed in the area throughout the day.
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While feeding, flamingos absorb pigments from carotenoid-rich foods such as algae and brine shrimp.
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These pigments accumulate in their feathers as they grow, giving them their iconic pink color.
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