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Cairina

Cairina

9.9
A group of ducks that includes the Muscovy duck
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Cairina genus includes the Muscovy duck.

Examples

  • The muscovy duck is the most well-known species within the genus Cairina.

  • The conservation status of both Cairina species is assessed regularly by ornithologists.

  • Scientists have studied the distribution of Cairina in Central and South America.

  • Did you know that Cairina is a type of duck?

  • The muscovy duck is the most well-known species within the genus Cairina.

  • Scientists have studied the distribution of Cairina in Central and South America.

  • The conservation status of both Cairina species is assessed regularly by ornithologists.

Surface Forms

Cairina singular
Cairinas plural

Etymology

Cairina is a Latin name used by scientists for a small group of ducks, the most famous being the Muscovy duck. A helpful way to remember it is to think of Cairina as meaning 'Muscovy-type duck', so when you see Cairina in a scientific name it tells you the bird is that kind of duck.