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单词 falcated teal
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Definition of falcated teal in English:

falcated teal

noun
  • A small duck that is native to China and north-eastern Asia.

    Anas falcata, family Anatidae

    Example sentencesExamples
    • During winter major population of Falcated Teals migrates towards Japan, Korea and China. It furthers extends as far South as Central Vietnam to Burma.
    • On the other hand, it could be something rare like a garganey, falcated teal or an emperor goose.
    • Falcated Teals are hardy birds and bread fairly easily in captivity. They are primarily aquatic feeders, but do occasionally dive for food.

Origin

Early 18th century: named from the long sickle-shaped inner secondary feathers of the male.

 
 

Definition of falcated teal in US English:

falcated teal

noun
  • A small duck that is native to China and northeastern Asia.

    Anas falcata, family Anatidae

    Example sentencesExamples
    • During winter major population of Falcated Teals migrates towards Japan, Korea and China. It furthers extends as far South as Central Vietnam to Burma.
    • On the other hand, it could be something rare like a garganey, falcated teal or an emperor goose.
    • Falcated Teals are hardy birds and bread fairly easily in captivity. They are primarily aquatic feeders, but do occasionally dive for food.

Origin

Early 18th century: named from the long sickle-shaped inner secondary feathers of the male.

 
 
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