gadwall
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Noun — A dabbling duck that breeds widely across the northern hemisphere.
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How to use gadwall
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a pair of gadwalls
a flock of gadwalls
spotting a gadwall
It is a plain, everyday name used in birdwatching and ornithology.
Etymology
The origin of the word gadwall is not known. It has been in use in English since the seventeenth century.
Full origin of gadwall →Frequently asked questions
What kind of bird is a gadwall?
A gadwall is a dabbling duck found widely across the northern hemisphere.
Where do gadwalls live?
Gadwalls breed across the northern hemisphere and are found on lakes, ponds and wetlands.
What is the scientific name for a gadwall?
The gadwall's scientific name is Mareca strepera, also known by the older name Anas strepera.
