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The pink lawn flamingo is an endangered species. In 2006, Union Products of Leominster Mass. has ceased production of the kitsch plastic critters. The company had to close due to increases in costs of electricity and plastic resin combined with loss of financing. The plastic flamingos were originally designed by artist Don Featherstone in 1956 and were proudly displayed on many a yard for over 50 years.

You can still find these beloved lawn ornaments on ebay or at garage sales if you are lucky. You can tell its an original if you see Mr. Featherstone's signature molded into the plastic.

Are plastic lawn flamingos cute or tacky? You be the judge.