duckbill

• Substantiv, das entweder einen primitiven Fisch aus dem Mississippi-Tal mit langem, paddelförmigem Schnabel oder ein kleines, dicht behaartes wasserlebendes Kloakentier aus Australien und Tasmanien mit breitem Schnabel, Schwanz und Schwimmfüßen bezeichnet.

A noun referring to either a primitive fish of the Mississippi valley with a long paddle-shaped snout, or a small, densely furred aquatic monotreme of Australia and Tasmania with a broad bill and tail and webbed feet.

1. C1formalamerican

   A primitive fish from the Mississippi valley, characterized by a long, paddle-shaped snout.

   Primitiver Fisch

   • The duckbill is a rare species found in the Mississippi valley.
   • Scientists studied the duckbill's unique paddle-shaped snout.
   • The duckbill's habitat is threatened by pollution.

   Synonymepaddlefishspoonbill

2. PlatypusB2formal

   A small, densely furred aquatic monotreme native to Australia and Tasmania, with a broad bill and tail and webbed feet. It is the only species in the family Ornithorhynchidae.

   Schnabeltier

   • The duckbill, or platypus, is one of the few egg-laying mammals.
   • Duckbills are known for their unique appearance and venomous spurs.
   • The duckbill's webbed feet make it an excellent swimmer.

   Synonymeduck-billed platypusplatypus