Mallard
(noun)
A common and widespread dabbling duck, Anas platyrhynchos, found in the northern hemisphere.
Origin:
The word 'mallard' is derived from the old french word 'malart' meaning 'wild drake'.
Examples:
- The mallard is one of the most easily recognizable ducks, with its distinctive green head and brown body.
- Mallards are a popular game bird and are hunted for their meat and eggs.
- Mallards are also a common sight in urban parks and ponds, where they can be easily seen and observed.
- The mallard is an important species for conservation and research, serving as a model organism for studying the biology and behavior of waterfowl.
- Mallards are known to form strong bonds with their mates and can often be seen in pairs or family groups on the water.