LA REPRODUCTION DU FLAMANT ROSE: Phoenicopterus roseus EN ALGÉRIE (2003-2009)

For years, the Greater Flamingo Phoenicopterus roseus has been considered as a wintering species in Algeria, present in relatively small numbers. It has, over the last 7 years (2003-2009), nested regularly at Sebkha Ezzemoul in the north-eastern Hauts Plateaux. This period witnessed thirteen nesting attempts by the species at three distinct sites and 4 successful breeding events totalling over 15000 fledging chicks. Breeding failures were linked to disturbance mainly caused by human intrusion and, to a lesser extent, to drought. Conservation efforts have been deployed aiming at protecting the colony and the connectivity of key wetlands in the area.