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oxyura jamaicensis

 

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Noun oxyura jamaicensis has 1 sense
  1. ruddy duck, Oxyura jamaicensis - reddish-brown stiff-tailed duck of North America and northern South America
    --1 is a kind of duck
    --1 is a member of Oxyura, genus Oxyura

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Oxyura jamaicensis

Definition:

Oxyura jamaicensis is a species of diving duck found primarily in North and Central America. It is commonly known as the Ruddy Duck.

Senses:

Sense 1:

As a noun, Oxyura jamaicensis refers to the species of diving duck, commonly known as the Ruddy Duck.

Example sentence: The Oxyura jamaicensis is known for its distinctive blue bill and bright reddish-brown plumage.

Sense 2:

As a noun, Oxyura jamaicensis can also refer to the male of the Ruddy Duck species.

Example sentence: During breeding season, the male Oxyura jamaicensis develops a bright blue bill and black crown feathers.

Sense 3:

As a noun, Oxyura jamaicensis can also refer to the female of the Ruddy Duck species.

Example sentence: The female Oxyura jamaicensis is smaller in size with a duller plumage compared to the male.

Sense 4:

As a noun, Oxyura jamaicensis can refer to the eggs of the Ruddy Duck species.

Example sentence: The Oxyura jamaicensis often nests on the ground, laying a clutch of 6-10 eggs.

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