What is the Masculine Gender of a Duck? (Duck Opposite Gender)

Duck vs. Drake: A Clear Comparison

This table makes it easy to see the difference between a male and female of this bird.

What is a Duck (Female)?

A duck is an adult female bird of her species. She is the one who lays eggs and raises the baby ducklings. Female ducks are often plain brown in color, which helps them hide from predators. A female duck can also be called a hen.

What is a Drake (Male)?

A drake is the masculine equivalent of a duck. He is the male of the species. Drakes are well-known for their bright, colorful feathers which they use to attract a female mate.

The Double Meaning of 'Duck'

The word "duck" can be confusing because it has two jobs:

1. It is the specific name for a female duck.
2. It is the general, gender-neutral name for the whole species.

So, if you see a male drake and a female duck swimming together, you can correctly say, "Look at the two ducks!"