Cygnine vs. Anatine — What's the Difference?

(zoology) Being of the genus Cygnus (swan), within subfamily Anserinae of the family Anatidae, though sometimes considered a distinct subfamily, Cygninae.

(zoology) Being of the family Anatidae, comprising the swans, geese, and ducks.

Of, concerning, pertaining to, resembling, or having the characteristics of a swan or swans.

Pertaining to or resembling a duck; ducklike.

(dated) An alkaloid from plants of genus Gastrolobium, found in Australia, principally Western Australia, highly toxic to introduced animals.

Of or pertaining to the ducks; ducklike.