What is another word for ruddy duck?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈʌdi dˈʌk] (IPA) 
The ruddy duck is a small diving duck that inhabits wetlands and marshes in North America. This bird has a distinct bright blue bill and a distinctive reddish-brown coloring on its neck and breast, which gives it its name. However, the ruddy duck also goes by various other names. It is sometimes called the blue-billed duck, due to its striking blue beak. Other synonyms for the ruddy duck include the red-headed duck, the rusty duck, the American ruddy duck, and the puddle duck. These alternative names reflect the bird's various physical and behavioral characteristics and help to make this species easier to identify in different regions.
