Hey smarty pants have you ever been to a live show you know where you sit in the audience probably next to your parents or a trusted adult and watch someone perform on stage maybe it was a musical or your favorite singer in concert or a sporting event or maybe you got to see some live magic and when it was over chances Chances are you clapped to show your appreciation.
It sounds like a lot of you smarty pants have been to a live performance.
But for those of you who haven't, today's your lucky day.
I've got a few extra tickets to the Flamingo Club and the hottest show in town.
Welcome to Frankie Flamingo's Flying Flaminganza, starring Frankie Flamingo.
That's right, smarty pants.
Not only do you get to go to a live show, you're going to see a flamingo host one.
Smartypants, have you ever seen a flamingo in real life?
I've only seen plastic flamingos on my neighbor's lawn.
Does that count? Quick flamingo facts.
Flamingos can be found all over the world.
Anywhere there's warm, shallow water.
Lakes, swamps, lagoons, sandy islands.
Ooh, flamingos especially love the tropics.
Who doesn't? Smarty pants, close your eyes and think of a flamingo.
What are you picturing?
Probably a long, skinny bird that's what color?
Did you say pink? Yep, it's pretty hard to miss a five -foot -tall bird that looks like it's covered in frosting.
As for the rest of a flamingo, you're probably imagining a long, curvy neck, like a swan, skinny stick legs, and funny knees, kind of like a stork.
What about flamingo feet?
That's right, flamingos have webbed feet, like a duck.
That's a pretty odd mix of features, wouldn't you say?
For the longest time, scientists didn't know where to classify this bird. Listen, pal, I'm in a class of my own.
That's right, flamingos are the sole members of the family Phenicopteridae.
Imagine that. An entire family for just six species of flamingo.
And, wait a minute, Frankie Flamingo?
Yeah, what's it to ya?
I'm like, your biggest fan.
I sing Fly Me to the Lagoon every morning in the shower.
I didn't need that image in my head, but okay, kid.
Nice to know ya. Now, what's that you were saying about my funny knees?
Uh, I didn't mean anything by it, Frankie.
I was just... It's okay, pal.
I get it. You haven't been around anyone as cool, as flashy, as...
Pink? Right. What I'm saying is, I don't let too much bug me.
After all, you don't get to be the national bird of the Bahamas by sweating the small stuff.
So, you here to see the show?
I am, but I was also hoping to learn more about flamingos.
Like what? Like, why do flamingos stand on one leg?
Why are they pink? Can you really see flamingo dance teams in the wild?
And do people really eat flamingo poop?
You like the gross stuff, I see.
Me? I'm neutral. But the smarty pants seem to like it, so...
Hey, if the smarty pants wants a show, let's give them a show.
It's time for another whiff of science and history on...
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Smarty Pants, we're in the front row of Frankie Flamingo's star -studded review.
Look at all those feathers on stage.
Oh, boy. It's starting.
Welcome, young, old, people, birds, and especially Smarty Pants.
Do I got something special for you.
Last week, we had a rat pack, but not everyone loves rodents.
So tonight, I've brought in some flappers that can really sew.
Ooh, smarty pants. Do you know what a group of flamingos are called?
Just like we refer to animals such as a pride of lions.
Or a swarm of bees.
What do you think we call a gathering of flamingos?
Is it A. A flock, B.
A flammarion, or C.
A flamboyance? Welcome to the stage, Frankie and his flamboyance.
Yep, tour board flamingos make a flamboyance.
Pretty fitting because these birds just love attention.
Oh, they're starting to dance.
The tallest male in the flamboyance is standing very straight.
Oh, and he's stretching his neck out.
Come on, smarty pants, let's join him.
Put your chin up as high as it can go.
Now start swaying your neck back and forth to the beat.
This is called head flagging.
Guess how many dance routines flamingos know?
Is it 10, 50, 100, more?
Believe it or not, smarty pants, flamingos can bust out 136 combinations of dance moves on the floor.
Whoa. But they typically stick to nine signature steps.
This head swaying one of the large males is doing is a favorite.
The goal is to convince the rest of the group to join him.
Keep head flagging, smarty pants.
Let's see if you can get anyone to join you.
And unlike peacocks, where the flashy male is the only bird to dance, both male and female flamingos love a dance party.
They're especially great at marching.
Try it. All right, what a number.
Hey, how do I look?
Dino, bring me a mirror.
Ooh, I have a mirror, Frankie.
You're very prepared, Trusty Narrator.
I like that. Let's take a look.
I think something's wrong with your mirror, pal.
Ah, smarty pants. True or false?
Flamingos can recognize their own reflection.
If you said true, you're wrong.
While some rare birds do recognize their reflections, flamingos are not one of them.
When they peer into a mirror, they think they're seeing another flamingo.
Who's this guy looking at?
And what's with his funny knees?
Anyway, time for my next number.
For this one, I'll be singing on one leg.
Flamingos in the night, doo -doo -bee -doo -doo.
Two flamingos in the night.
Wow, Frankie makes singing on one leg look so good.
How long can you balance on one leg, smarty pants?
Go ahead, if you have room and a safe place to try it.
I'll try two. Okay, I've got my left leg planted on the floor.
I'm slowly lifting my right leg, and yes, I'm doing it.
This isn't so. Wow, I can barely stand on one leg for five seconds.
How about you, Smarty Pants?
Well, that's pretty good, those of you still standing on one leg.
But guess what? Flamingos can balance on one leg for up to four hours.
But how? Practice. Seriously, it comes down to how we're built.
You know how you were ribbing me about my funny knees earlier?
I got news for you, pal.
Yeah? Those aren't my knees.
True, I got legs for days, but those knobs you're talking about, that ain't them.
Smarty Pants, what do you think the middle part of a flamingo's leg is if it's not a knee?
Is it A, a claw? B, a toe?
Or C, an ankle? Did you say C, an ankle?
Nice going, kid. kid.
I actually have an upper leg bone positioned horizontally, hidden among my fabulous feathers.
My real knee connects that bone to the long, skinny part I stand on.
My ankle, which is that bumpy bit, is a joint that locks my foot into place.
So, if your ankle is in the middle, the lower half of your leg is a giant foot?
That's the ticket. It's very hard to find shoes my size.
If you're still confused, think of it as I'm always walking around on tippy -toes.
Okay, but I gotta ask, just because you can stand on one leg, why do it?
Isn't it easier to stand on two legs?
Nah, when I pick up one leg, my body leans forward and my center of gravity pushes down on that leg from the front, meaning I'm perfectly balanced.
While you might have trouble standing on one leg and not falling, it's only natural for me.
It actually takes me more effort to stand like you two -legged pros.
I can even sleep this way.
Speaking of sleeping, I heard a little old lady snoring in the front row.
Hmm. Whoa, we're losing the crowd.
We gotta get the next act on stage.
Ahem. All right, ladies and gents, smarties and pants.
Weighing in at three ounces, this chick wasn't born yesterday, but she did hatch a month ago.
Introducing the one and only Miss Flaminglet!
Ooh, she's so fuzzy and cute!
Smarty pants, true or false, flamingos are born pink.
The answer, surprisingly, is false.
Flamingos are not born pink.
They're actually a dullish gray color.
But it doesn't take away from how adorable she is.
Yep, it's going to take three to five years, but she'll turn pink all right.
just like this fresh shrimp we're serving tonight.
Trust me, it's the best in town.
Ooh, I haven't had shrimp in a while.
Nom, nom, nom, nom, nom.
Um, this isn't just shrimp, is it?
Actually, what you got on your plate is a nice mix of shrimp, tasty algae, and a dash of larvae.
Oh! No offense, but do you think I could have just shrimp?
Hey, I get it. Flamingos love shrimp.
shrimp. We eat a ton of it.
That's interesting because shrimp turn pink when they're cooked and flamingos turn pink as they get older.
Hey, wait a sec. Smarty Pants, true or false?
Flamingos turn pink because of what they eat.
The answer is right after this quick break.
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So, smarty pants, we know flamingos eventually turn pink.
But why? Could it be because of what they eat?
The answer, my friends, is true.
True. The shrimp we eat is full of something called carotenoids.
Aha! Carotenoids are pigments in plants, bacteria, and algae.
And yes, carrots contain carotenoids, although you don't have to worry about turning orange by eating too many carrots.
You'd have to eat massive amounts over the span of your lifetime for that to happen.
But that's what flamingos do when it comes to shrimp.
After living on shrimp for years, our bodies metabolize, or absorb, the pigments.
Our feathers, legs, beaks, everything comes up pink.
Wow, that's pretty wild.
Oh, but there's wilder.
For the real showstopper, there's our poo -poo platter.
Bring it over, fellas.
Yikes, is that what I think it is?
Smartypants, I need you to get me out of this.
I don't want to offend Frankie, but there's no way I'm eating...
Flamingo poop, made fresh this morning.
Served on a silver platter.
Oh, wow. I can't. I mean, it doesn't look bad.
It's actually quite pretty.
They look like bright pink pellets.
Eat up, pal. I don't think I have a choice here.
All right, smarty pants.
This is it. Wait, it tastes like chocolate?
What did you think it was?
You didn't think I'd serve you actual Oh, trusty narrator You have some imagination Not to mention, flamingos do not poop pink Am I ever relieved Because this is delicious Flamingo poop is a type of candy Mostly sold in Florida They range from minty malted milk balls to chocolate -covered sunflower seeds.
As long as it's shelled with a pink candy coating, you've got yourself some tasty flamingo poop.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I got a show to close.
And through it all, I stood tall on one leg and did it the smarty way.
Ah, that Frankie Flamingo.
He's the chairman of the birds.
A super shout -out to my Smartie friend Elsa in Abingdon, Virginia.
You wrote to tell us that you and your mom love being called Smartie Pants and are happy to be part of the Smartie family.
You also said who's smart it helps you sleep, even though you're not sure how.
Well, here's to many Smartie dreams, Smartie Pants, for you and your Smartie family.
This episode, Flamingos, was written by Jennifer Foster and voiced by Taya Garland, Adam Text -Davis, and Jerry Colbert.
Technical direction and sound design by Josh Hahn.
Who Smarted is recorded and mixed at the Relic Room Studios.
Our associate producer is Max Kamaski.
The theme song is by Brian Suarez, with lyrics written and performed by Adam Text -Davis.
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