PORT WASHINGTON, Wis. (AP) — A crowd gathered in Port Washington, Wisconsin, as five flamingos were spotted wading along a Lake Michigan beach. This unusual sighting drew the attention of onlookers who were excited to see these tropical birds so far from their usual habitat.
Mark Korducki, a member of the Wisconsin Society for Ornithology, stated that this was the first recorded sighting of American flamingos in the state of Wisconsin. The birds, three adults and two juveniles, stood peacefully on the western shoreline of Lake Michigan, their pink and gray plumage contrasting against the waves.
The news of the flamingos’ presence quickly spread on social media, attracting approximately 75 bird enthusiasts to South Beach. Jim Edelhuber, an avid bird watcher and photographer, expressed his astonishment, saying, “This is huge. This is unbelievable.”
While unexpected, the sighting of the flamingos in Wisconsin is not entirely surprising. Similar reports of flamingos have been made in neighboring states such as Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Biologists speculate that the birds were pushed north by the strong winds of Hurricane Idalia in late August.
Normally found in Florida, the Gulf Coast states, the Caribbean, and northern South America, the American flamingo has ventured far from its typical range. Debbie Gasper, a resident of Port Washington, was thrilled to see these birds so close to home. She plans to share photos of the flamingos with her relatives in Georgia, who she believes will be amazed by the sight.
Overall, the unexpected presence of these flamingos has created a sense of excitement and curiosity among locals and bird enthusiasts. People from different areas have come together to witness this rare event, making it a truly memorable experience.
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