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waterfowl

[ ˈwɔːtəfaʊl ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

bird species

Waterfowl are birds that live on or near water, such as ducks, geese, and swans. They are known for their webbed feet, which make them excellent swimmers.

Synonyms

aquatic birds, water birds.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
waterfowl	This term is often used in a more formal or scientific context to describe birds that live on or near water, especially those that are hunted for sport. The reserve is home to a wide variety of waterfowl, including ducks and geese. Hunters are required to have a special license to hunt waterfowl during the season.
water birds	This term is less formal and more commonly used in everyday language to refer to birds that are associated with water environments. Water birds like ducks and swans can be seen in the pond all year round. The children enjoyed feeding the water birds at the local park.
aquatic birds	This phrase is generally used in scientific or educational contexts to describe birds that spend a significant amount of their lives in or around water. Aquatic birds have special adaptations for swimming, such as webbed feet. During the biology class, we studied the characteristics of aquatic birds.

Word

Description / Examples

waterfowl

This term is often used in a more formal or scientific context to describe birds that live on or near water, especially those that are hunted for sport.

The reserve is home to a wide variety of waterfowl, including ducks and geese.
Hunters are required to have a special license to hunt waterfowl during the season.

water birds

This term is less formal and more commonly used in everyday language to refer to birds that are associated with water environments.

Water birds like ducks and swans can be seen in the pond all year round.
The children enjoyed feeding the water birds at the local park.

aquatic birds

This phrase is generally used in scientific or educational contexts to describe birds that spend a significant amount of their lives in or around water.

Aquatic birds have special adaptations for swimming, such as webbed feet.
During the biology class, we studied the characteristics of aquatic birds.

Examples of usage

Many waterfowl migrate to warmer climates during the winter.
Ducks and geese are common waterfowl found in ponds and lakes.

Translations

Translations of the word "waterfowl" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ave aquática

🇮🇳 जलपक्षी

🇩🇪 Wasservogel

🇮🇩 burung air

🇺🇦 водоплавний птах

🇵🇱 ptactwo wodne

🇯🇵 水鳥 (みずとり)

🇫🇷 oiseau aquatique

🇪🇸 ave acuática

🇹🇷 su kuşu

🇰🇷 물새 (물새들)

🇸🇦 طائر مائي

🇨🇿 vodní pták

🇸🇰 vodný vták

🇨🇳 水禽 (shuǐqín)

🇸🇮 vodna ptica

🇮🇸 vatnafugl

🇰🇿 су құсы

🇬🇪 წყლის ფრინველი

🇦🇿 su quşu

🇲🇽 ave acuática

Etymology

The term 'waterfowl' originates from the Old English word 'fugol', which means 'bird'. Waterfowl have been an important part of human culture and diet for thousands of years, with ancient civilizations hunting them for food and feathers. Today, waterfowl are also enjoyed for birdwatching and conservation efforts to protect their habitats.