Oxyura (Noun)
Meaning
Ruddy duck.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Ruddy Duck is a member of the genus Oxyura, a group of stiff-tailed ducks.
- Oxyura jamaicensis, the Ruddy Duck, is a small to medium-sized waterbird.
- The Ruddy Duck, Oxyura jamaicensis, is native to North America and has been introduced to Europe.
- Oxyura species, including the Ruddy Duck, are known for their distinctive stiff tails.
- The Ruddy Duck, a species of Oxyura, is a popular sight among birdwatchers due to its bright plumage.