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Bufflehead

Description:

Bufflehead is a small North American duck species known for its striking appearance and unique characteristics. Scientifically classified as Bucephala albeola, this diving duck features a compact body, a large round head, and a short bill. The male Bufflehead displays a striking black and white plumage with iridescent purple and green sheen, while the female has a more subtle brown and white coloring. Buffleheads are highly agile swimmers and divers, often seen bobbing and diving for their prey in freshwater lakes and rivers.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun: The bufflehead is a fascinating duck species.
• Verb: Watch how the duck effortlessly buffleheads into the water.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A bufflehead can refer to the actual duck species, Bucephala albeola.

Example Sentence: I spotted a flock of buffleheads swimming gracefully in the lake.

Sense 2:

Noun: Bufflehead can also be used to describe a person who is an enthusiast or expert in a particular field.

Example Sentence: John is a computer bufflehead, always staying up to date with the latest technology.

Sense 3:

Verb: To bufflehead can mean to dive or plunge headfirst into the water.

Example Sentence: The kids excitedly buffleheaded into the pool on a hot summer day.

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