When flamingoes lift one leg, their bodies lock into a rigid posture that allows them to balance on the other leg without muscle activity. This means they can sleep with one leg up and can even be balanced that way when dead.

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When flamingoes lift one leg, their bodies lock into a rigid posture that allows them to balance on the other leg without muscle activity. This means they can sleep with one leg up and can even be balanced that way when dead.