Ankka

Ankka is the Finnish word for duck, a common waterfowl of the family Anatidae. Ducks are found worldwide in a variety of aquatic habitats, including ponds, lakes, rivers, and wetlands. They vary in size and appearance, but typical traits include a broad bill, webbed feet, and adaptations for an aquatic lifestyle. Ducks feed on a mix of aquatic plants, seeds, and small invertebrates, and many species are migratory, moving seasonally between breeding and wintering grounds.

In taxonomy, ducks belong to the order Anseriformes. The largest diversity within ducks is found in the genus Anas and related genera, with the mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) serving as a well-known reference species. Ducks may dabble or dive to forage, and they often nest near water. Reproduction involves egg laying in nests on or near the water, with clutches typically containing several eggs.

In Finnish culture, Aku Ankka is the Finnish name for Donald Duck, and the term also denotes a long-running Finnish comic book magazine featuring Disney duck comics. The magazine has been a fixture of Finnish popular culture since the early 1950s and remains widely recognized in Finland. The use of Ankka in this context extends from a straightforward translation to a prominent cultural reference that encompasses both the character and its publishing tradition.