Cygnine vs. Anatine

Cygnine and Anatine Definitions
Cygnine
(zoology) Being of the genus Cygnus (swan), within subfamily Anserinae of the family Anatidae, though sometimes considered a distinct subfamily, Cygninae.
Anatine
(zoology) Being of the family Anatidae, comprising the swans, geese, and ducks.
Cygnine
Of, concerning, pertaining to, resembling, or having the characteristics of a swan or swans.
Anatine
Pertaining to or resembling a duck; ducklike.
Cygnine
(dated) An alkaloid from plants of genus Gastrolobium, found in Australia, principally Western Australia, highly toxic to introduced animals.
Anatine
Of or pertaining to the ducks; ducklike.
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