- crested duck
- noun
: a long-legged short-necked So. American duck (Lophonelta specularoides) related to the sheldrakes
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crested duck
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Bali Duck — The Bali Duck (also known as the Balinese Crested Duck or Crested Runner Duck) is a lightweight breed of domesticated duck raised primarily for decoration or as pets, although they are good layers. It is similar to the Indian Runner Duck,… … Wikipedia
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