Genus Aythya (Noun)
Meaning
Canvasback; redhead; pochard; etc..
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Aythya includes several species of diving ducks, such as the Canvasback and the Redhead.
- The Canvasback is a member of the genus Aythya, which also includes the Pochard and the Scaup.
- In North America, the genus Aythya is represented by several species of ducks, including the Canvasback, the Redhead, and the Lesser Scaup.
- Some species within the genus Aythya, like the Tufted Duck and the Greater Scaup, are known for their distinctive crests.
- The genus Aythya is a diverse group of ducks that includes the Common Pochard, the Ferruginous Pochard, and the Canvasback.