Conceptual, figurative and surprising views of nature, judged purely on artistic merit. In winter, the 22-kilometre-long estuary of the Ría Celestún on Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula attracts thousands of ...

This story appears in the April 2012 issue of National Geographic magazine. A flamingo looks like a bird cooked up by an exuberant preschooler—absurdly long legs, knobby ankles (that look like ...

The Caribbean is often synonymous with pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters and sun-drenched days, but it’s also a haven for bird enthusiasts. The islands are a treasure trove of exotic avian ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: You can also often spot small colonies of flamingos at Gotomeer, a salt marsh in the north end of the island. – Susan Campbell As one of only four designated flamingo ...

When you land at the Tampa International Airport, you can’t miss the 21-foot flamingo. At first, I rolled my eyes; after all, flamingos are always in our face here in Florida. But recently I ...