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Aix

Aix

1 9.9
A group of ducks that includes the wood duck and the mandarin duck
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Aix
  • The wood duck, whose scientific classification is Aix sponsa, is native to North America.

Examples

  • Many ornithologists study species in the genus Aix, particularly the striking mandarin and wood ducks.

  • The two living members of the genus Aix are renowned for their colourful plumage.

  • The Aix is known for its vibrant colors.

  • Did you see the Aix swimming in the pond?

  • Many ornithologists study species in the genus Aix, particularly the striking mandarin and wood ducks.

  • The two living members of the genus Aix are renowned for their colourful plumage.

  • The wood duck, whose scientific classification is Aix sponsa, is native to North America.

Compounds

Aix galericulata
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A colorful East Asian duck with a small crest often kept in ponds

Surface Forms

Aix singular
Aixes plural

Etymology

The word Aix comes from an old Greek word aix that ancient writers used for a bird. Scientists later used that short classical name for the genus of bright, colourful ducks like the wood and mandarin, so the name links these modern ducks to their ancient name.