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Planet Zoo 2 Greater Flamingo
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Greater Flamingo in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Greater Flamingo requirements
| Continent | Africa, Asia, Europe |
|---|---|
| Biome | Estuarine, Temperate, Wetlands |
| Enclosure | Habitat (flying) |
| Minimum area | Land 100 m², Aquatic 80 m², Flight 60 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 6 m², Aquatic 3 m², Flight 2 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 2 m² |
| Temperature | 14 to 33 °C |
| Group size | 20–500 |
| Barrier | Grade 1, at least 1 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Least concern |
At 60 m² of flight space, the Greater Flamingo needs more flight space than 82% of the other 11 Planet Zoo 2 flying habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Greater Flamingo space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (500 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 100 m² | 6 m² | 3094 m² |
| Aquatic | 80 m² | 3 m² | 1577 m² |
| Flight | 60 m² | 2 m² | 1058 m² |
Shelter: 2 m² per animal.
Greater Flamingo barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 1 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 1 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Greater Flamingo species facts
| Class | Bird (Aves) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (height) | male 1.6 m, female 1.35 m |
Setup checklist for a Greater Flamingo habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Greater Flamingo as habitat (flying).
- Give the first animal at least Land 100 m², Aquatic 80 m², Flight 60 m², plus Land 6 m², Aquatic 3 m², Flight 2 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 1 barrier at least 1 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 14 to 33 °C and theme the area as Estuarine, Temperate, Wetlands.
- Plan a group of 20 to 500 animals.
Animals that can live with the Greater Flamingo
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Greater Flamingo: 14 to 33 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (4)
- Cape Buffalo (shared 14–33 °C)
- Red Deer (shared 14–28 °C)
- Shoebill (shared 14–33 °C)
- Wild Boar (shared 14–33 °C)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
Put the Greater Flamingo next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Eurasian Bittern, Long-Eared Owl, Wild Boar, White-Tailed Sea-Eagle.
FAQ
How much space does a Greater Flamingo need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 100 m², Aquatic 80 m², Flight 60 m² for the Greater Flamingo, plus Land 6 m², Aquatic 3 m², Flight 2 m² for each additional animal, and 2 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Greater Flamingo need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Greater Flamingo needs a temperature of 14 to 33 °C and a group size of 20–500, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Greater Flamingo in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 4 compatible species for the Greater Flamingo. Neutral: Cape Buffalo, Red Deer, Shoebill, Wild Boar.