Wood Drake (Noun)
Meaning
Male wood duck.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The male wood drake's vibrant plumage was a sight to behold as it swam across the pond.
- A lone wood drake was spotted in the woods near the river, its metallic feathers glistening in the sunlight.
- Wood drakes are known for their distinctive whistling calls, which can be heard during breeding season.
- The male wood drake, resplendent in its breeding finery, led the female and their brood around the pond's edge.
- In the spring, the wood drake's colorful feathers provide a striking contrast to the duller tones of the female wood duck.