die Reiherente
Translation
tufted duck
Examples
Eine Reiherente schwimmt auf dem See.
A tufted duck is swimming on the lake.
Der Federschopf ist typisch für die Reiherente.
The crest of feathers is typical for the tufted duck.
Grammar Patterns
((to see/observe)) a tufted duck to see/observe a tufted duck Eine Reiherente schwimmt auf dem See.
Similar Words
die Tafelente (pochard), die Stockente (mallard)
Etymology
Compounded from 'Reiher' (heron) and 'Ente' (duck), likely due to its crest of feathers resembling a heron's.
Memory Tips
Picture a duck ('Ente') with a fancy crest like a heron ('Reiher').