THE public are being urged to help after a flamingo escaped from a reserve and tourist attraction, writes SWNS reporter Filipa Gaspar.

Frankie was last seen at Paradise Park in Hayle at 8am on Sunday - before being spotted in the wild at 10.15am. The staff at the park have asked people to keep a look out.

In a post on social media, they said they were out "searching the area" and welcomed reports of any sightings.

The park said people could get in touch to report sightings of the bird by calling, emailing, or sending a message on Facebook.

Park staff said: "On Sunday morning our young flamingo Frankie managed to take flight from the walled garden at Paradise Park in Hayle despite having clipped feathers.

"She was seen at the Park at 8am, then near Porthtowan at 10.15am. Staff are out searching the area and would welcome any sightings.

"Call 01736 753365, email [email protected] or message on Facebook.”