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Aythya

Aythya

9.9
A diving duck like the canvasback or pochard that swims underwater to find food
  • noun
  • /ˈaɪθə/
  • Specialized
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  • Birdwatchers often seek to spot various types of Aythya ducks on the lake.

Examples

  • The Aythya genus includes several species known for their diving capabilities.

  • The Aythya family features popular species like the canvasback and redhead.

  • "Aythya flagitius.

    Rare Birds (2001)

Compounds

Aythya americana
  • Specialized
9.9

A diving duck from North America with a grey and black body and a reddish brown head

Surface Forms

Aythya singular
Aythyas plural

Etymology

Aythya comes from an old Greek word aithuia that meant 'sea bird' or 'diving bird'. So Aythya is a name for the group of ducks that dive under the water to feed, like the canvasback and the pochard.