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dabbling duck

American

noun

any of numerous shallow-water ducks, especially of the genus Anas, that typically feed by upending and dabbling (contrasted with diving duck).

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dabbling duck

They also sampled the carcass of a wigeon, a dabbling duck, that was found in the nest.

From Science Magazine ● Sep. 26, 2023

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