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Bucephala

Bucephala

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A group of diving ducks like the bufflehead and goldeneye
  • noun
  • /bjuˈsɛfələ/
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Bucephala includes several species of diving ducks found in North America and Eurasia.

Examples

  • Wildlife researchers observed a flock of Bucephala feeding on a northern lake.

  • The Bucephala genus is known for its distinctive diving behavior.

  • Both the bufflehead and the common goldeneye belong to the Bucephala genus.

  • Many birdwatchers enjoy observing Bucephala species in their natural habitats.

  • The genus Bucephala includes several species of diving ducks found in North America and Eurasia.

  • Both the bufflehead and the common goldeneye belong to the Bucephala genus.

  • Many birdwatchers enjoy observing Bucephala species in their natural habitats.

Synonyms

genus Bucephala
vsBucephala
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A group of small diving ducks like buffleheads and goldeneyes

focuses on being a genus of diving ducks rather than stressing markings

Compounds

Bucephala islandica
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A diving duck with black-and-white feathers and bright yellow eyes that lives in northern forests and lakes

genus Bucephala
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of small diving ducks like buffleheads and goldeneyes

Surface Forms

Bucephala singular
Bucephalae plural

Etymology

The word Bucephala comes from Greek parts bous 'ox' and kephalē 'head', meaning 'ox-headed'. Scientists gave this name because these diving ducks, for example the bufflehead and goldeneye, have strong, rounded heads, so the 'ox-headed' image helps you remember this group of ducks.