Aythya Marila (Noun)
Meaning
Large scaup of North America having a greenish iridescence on the head of the male.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Aythya marila is a medium-sized North American diving duck that can be identified by the male's distinctive greenish iridescence on its head.
- Aythya marila are migratory birds that travel in large flocks, often with other duck species, during the spring and fall.
- The female Aythya marila is a duller brown color with a white patch on its face, while the male has a more vibrant appearance with its greenish iridescence.
- In the summer, Aythya marila can be found in the northern parts of Canada and Alaska, where they breed and raise their young.
- Aythya marila are omnivores, feeding on a variety of aquatic plants and animals, including insects, crustaceans, and small mollusks.