Goosander

/ˈɡuːsændər/ noun

Definition

A large diving duck found in northern regions, with a long bill and sleek plumage; also called the common merganser.

Etymology

Compound word: 'goose' + 'ander' (from Dutch 'eend' meaning duck). Named because it's large like a goose but is actually a type of duck, from Dutch naturalists' terminology.

Kelly Says

Goosanders can dive deeper than almost any duck and swim underwater with their wings partially folded—they're like underwater aviators.

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