Pochards are a type of diving duck and have several synonyms in the English language. One of the most common synonyms for pochards is redhead, due to their distinct red head and bill. Other synonyms for pochards include canvasback, scaup, and ring necked duck, which are all species of diving ducks that share similar physical characteristics with pochards. Pochards are a popular game bird for hunting and are known by different names in different parts of the world, such as the lake duck in Australia and the milouin in France. Whatever they are called, pochards are beloved for their beauty and grace in the water.