Lake Tuz, Turkey's second-largest lake, is a paradise for flamingos. Flocks of pink birds were captured flying over the lake and preparing for the breeding season in Turkey's Konya Province on Tuesday. /VCG Photo

One of the largest hypersaline lakes in the world, Lake Tuz is the perfect habitat for flamingos, as the birds prefer laying their eggs in salty and wet areas. /VCG Photo

Turkish scientists have been observing the birds to protect the flamingos and keep them coming back to Lake Tuz, Daily Sabah reports. /VCG Photo

Last year, 12,746 flamingos were born at Lake Tuz. /VCG Photo