Roseate spoonbills are known for their unique and distinctive appearance, and we're lucky to still see them today. In the 1800s, they were almost hunted to extinction for their fancy feathers. Let's swoop in and get the "scoop" on these beautiful birds:
Have Spoon, Will Travel
Spoonbills sweep the water with their beak, grabbing anything they touch. Their big, spoon-shaped bills are perfect for snatching up small fishes, tadpoles, worms, snails, and aquatic insects.
Pretty in Pink
Like flamingos, roseate spoonbills get their blushing hue from the things they eat. They find food in marshes, lakes, and shallow lagoons. Their habitats from Florida down to South America, however, are often drained for agriculture or cleared for development.
Everyday Actions Count
You can make a difference and help spoonbills, no matter where you live. It's important to treat water like gold, don't trash where you splash, and protect the wild places in your own backyard and around the world. SeaWorld consistently participates in conservation efforts to help the animals we share our world with, learn more here.
Papa is the leggy roseate spoonbill known to stroll the white-sand beaches of Aquatica, and there are many opportunities to meet our rosy-colored friend for yourself! Florida residents, don't miss out on the the amazing specials being offered right now, and for our out-of-state readers, always check the Aquatica website for our best online deals.
