19. Population

So. Much. Pink!

Definition: A population is a group of all the organisms of the same species that live in a certain area, and have the capability of breeding with each other.

What the Specimen is: This is a flamingo. There are six types of flamingo, and these are called "Greater Flamingo". Greater flamingo are the most widespread out of the six groups, they live in parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle east. The scientific name for these birds is Phoenicopterus roseus. 

Where we found them: These flamingos are from the LA Zoo.

How it relates to population: This group of flamingos are kept in a large habitat at the LA Zoo. They are all the same species, and have the biological capability to mate with each other.