We know, it’s a sight so iconic it almost seems like a flamingo trademark—one long, slender leg tucked up under their body while they balance effortlessly on the other. At first glance ...

However, according to a new study, how long a human being can keep their balance on one leg can be a good test of their health. What is flamingo pose? As the term suggests, flamingo pose is the ...

Find out in this one-minute video, where Ask Smithsonian host Eric Schulze walks us through the reasons behind the majestic bird’s one-legged stance. Sections Subscribe Give a Gift Renew Shop ...

and they’re famous for their pink color and how they stand on one leg. There are five different species of flamingo, one of which is the Chilean flamingo (Phoenicopterus chilensis), which is ...