Genus Anas (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Anatidae: freshwater ducks.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Anas is a type genus of the Anatidae family, which includes freshwater ducks, geese, and swans.
- Anas platyrhynchos, also known as the mallard, is a species within the genus Anas and is widely distributed across the world.
- In the genus Anas, the ducks have a broad, flat beak that is well-suited for foraging and dabbling in the water.
- The genus Anas is the most diverse group within the Anatidae family, with over 30 species of freshwater ducks.
- Species within the genus Anas are found on every continent except Antarctica, and are highly adaptable to different aquatic environments.