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What is the Opposite Gender of Duck?

In English grammar, many animals have specific names depending on their gender. The word 'Duck' is commonly used for the whole species, but specifically, it refers to the female.

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What is the opposite gender of duck?

Answer

The opposite gender of a duck (which is female) is a drake (which is male).

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Key Facts

Female: Duck.

Male: Drake.

Baby: Duckling.

Opposite Gender of Duck = Drake.

The Genders of a Duck

  • Feminine (Female): The female bird is called a Duck.
  • Masculine (Male): The male bird is called a Drake.

Therefore, the opposite gender of a Duck is a Drake.

Other Related Terms

  • Baby Duck: A baby duck is called a Duckling.
  • Group: A group of ducks swimming in the water is called a Paddling. A group of ducks walking on land is called a Waddle or a Flock.

How to tell the difference?

In many duck species (like the famous Mallard), the male (Drake) is very colourful with a bright green head to attract females. The female (Duck) is usually plain brown and camouflaged to hide safely while sitting on her eggs.

Questions and Answers

What is the opposite gender of duck?+

The opposite gender of a duck (which is female) is a drake (which is male).

What is a male duck called?+

A male duck is called a drake.

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