SCAUP Meaning and
Definition
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A scaup is a type of diving duck that belongs to the genus Aythya, specifically the Aythya marila in North America and the Aythya affinis in Eurasia. It is characterized by its medium to large size, with males being slightly larger than females. Scaups have a rounded head, a short neck, and a sturdy body adapted for diving and swimming. The males possess a black head and neck, white sides, and a dark back, whereas females are predominantly brown in color. Both genders have a distinctive light-blue bill with a narrow black tip.
Scaups are primarily found in freshwater habitats, including lakes, rivers, and marshes, where they feed on aquatic vegetation, invertebrates, and small fish by diving underwater. During the breeding season, scaups typically form monogamous pairs and build nests near water bodies concealed within dense vegetation or marshy areas.
The term "scaup" can also refer to a specific species of diving duck, the lesser scaup (Aythya affinis), which is native to North America. This particular scaup species is identified by its dark head, light blue bill, and gray body. It is a migratory bird that breeds in northern North America and winters in the southern United States, Mexico, and Central America.
Overall, scaups are highly adaptable waterfowl known for their diving abilities, unique plumage, and importance in maintaining ecological balance within wetland ecosystems.
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• In Scot., a bed of oysters or mussels in an estuary or sea.
• A sea-fowl-a species of duck which feeds on the smaller bivalves; also called a poachard.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of SCAUP
The word scaup is believed to have originated from the Old Norse language. It is derived from the word skopa, which means a shovel or a scoop. This is likely due to the shape of the Scaup's bill, which resembles a shovel or scoop. The term was later adapted into Middle Low German as schuppe, and then into Middle English as schaup, eventually evolving into its current form scaup.
Similar spelling words for SCAUP
- scoop,
- Schoppe,
- scup,
- scuba,
- schaaf,
- schupp,
- scape,
- scope,
- schaub,
- scipio,
- schaff,
- scuff.
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