Genus Cairina (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Anatidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Cairina is a group of large perching ducks that are part of the family Anatidae.
- Cairina moschata, also known as the Muscovy duck, is a species within the genus Cairina.
- The genus Cairina is native to South America and is known for its unique characteristics.
- Cairina scutulata, or the White-winged duck, is another species within the genus Cairina.
- The genus Cairina is part of the family Anatidae, which includes ducks, geese, and swans.