Wednesday, 3 July 2024

What's In a Critter's Name? 214. Garganey

This name appears to be from the 17th Century Lombard word 'gargenei'. Perhaps, ultimately, the Late Latin 'gargala' (tracheal artery) from the mark on the neck.

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