musk duck

noun

an Australian duck, Biziura lobata, having a musky odor.

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Origin of musk duck

First recorded in 1765–75

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The odor of the musk-duck is chiefly confined to the breeding season.
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British Dictionary definitions for musk duck

musk duck

noun

another name for Muscovy duck

a duck, Biziura lobata, inhabiting swamps, lakes, and streams in Australia. The male has a leathery pouch beneath the bill and emits a musky odour

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