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canvasback duck

/ˈkænvəsˌbæk dʌk/

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/ˈkænvəsˌbæk dʌk/formal
  • ruВид нырковой утки (Aythya valisineria), обитающий в Северной Америке, известный своим характерным покатым лбом и красновато-коричневой головой, обычно встречающийся на болотах и озёрах.

A species of diving duck (Aythya valisineria) native to North America, known for its distinctive sloping forehead and reddish-brown head, commonly found in marshes and lakes.

  1. A species of diving duckC1formalamerican

    A large North American diving duck (Aythya valisineria) known for its distinctive sloping forehead and reddish-brown head, with a white body and black chest.

    ruВид нырковой утки

    • The canvasback duck is often found in freshwater marshes and lakes.
    • During migration, canvasback ducks can be seen in large flocks.
    • Hunters prize the canvasback duck for its excellent flavor.