A North American diving duck with a long, sloping black bill, related (and with similar coloring) to the pochard, common in Eurasia
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North American wild duck valued for sport and food
The Canvasback (Aythya valisineria), is a large North American diving duck, that ranges from between 48–56 cm long and weighs approximately 862-1588 g, with a wingspan of 79-89 cm. ...