merginae (Meaning)
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merginae (n)
mergansers and closely related diving birds
Synonyms & Antonyms of merginae
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
merginae Sentence Examples
- The merginae are a diverse group of ducks with unique adaptations for diving and foraging underwater.
- The genus Mergus includes several species of merginae, known for their serrated bills and fish-eating habits.
- The common merganser (Mergus merganser) is the largest and most widespread species of merginae.
- The red-breasted merganser (Mergus serrator) is a medium-sized merginae with a distinctive red breast and black head.
- The hooded merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus) is a small species of merginae with a striking black-and-white hooded crest.
- The goosander (Mergus merganser) is a large merginae with a distinctive black-and-white plumage and serrated bill.
- The smew (Mergellus albellus) is a small merginae with a distinctive white plumage and erectile crest.
- The Bufflehead (Bucephala albeola) is among the smallest merginae, measuring just 13-15 inches in length.
- The female merginae generally have a more subdued plumage compared to the males during the breeding season.
- Merginae are found in a variety of habitats, including lakes, rivers, estuaries, and coastal waters.
FAQs About the word merginae
mergansers and closely related diving birds
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The merginae are a diverse group of ducks with unique adaptations for diving and foraging underwater.
The genus Mergus includes several species of merginae, known for their serrated bills and fish-eating habits.
The common merganser (Mergus merganser) is the largest and most widespread species of merginae.
The red-breasted merganser (Mergus serrator) is a medium-sized merginae with a distinctive red breast and black head.
