Definitions for: Canvasback


[n] North American wild duck valued for sport and food



Webster (1913) Definition: Can"vas*back`, n. (Zo["o]l.)
A Species of duck (Aythya vallisneria), esteemed for the
delicacy of its flesh. It visits the United States in autumn;
particularly Chesapeake Bay and adjoining waters; -- so named
from the markings of the plumage on its back.

Synonyms: Aythya valisineria, canvasback duck

See Also: Aythya, duck, genus Aythya

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