anas americana

Thân thiện

A male anas americana swims on a calm pond.

Definition

Noun: * A species of dabbling duck: Anas americana is the scientific name for the American wigeon, a medium-sized duck native to North America. The male is noted for distinctive plumage, including a white crown.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The pond was frequented by an Anas americana and several mallards.
  • Birdwatchers were excited to spot a male Anas americana with its characteristic white crown.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific or technical contexts: The term is used primarily in ornithology, wildlife biology, and formal birding contexts to specify the species with precision, avoiding the ambiguity that can come with common names which may vary by region.
  • The study focused on the migration patterns of Anas americana.

Variants and Related Words

• American wigeon (n): The common English name for .
• Baldpate (n): A historical or regional common name for this duck, referring to the male's white crown resembling a bald head.

Synonyms

• American wigeon: The direct common name equivalent.
• Mareca americana: A revised scientific genus classification sometimes used in modern taxonomy.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a widgeon the male of which has a white crown

Từ đồng nghĩa

• American widgeon
• baldpate
• Anas americana