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Shady Canadian types of drones flying over Pelly Peak (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

maples

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'shady canadian types' is the definition.
Although both the answer and definition are plural nouns, I don't understand how they can define each other.

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(Other definitions for maples that I've seen before include "(Canadian) trees" , "Acers" , "MP sale of trees" , "Trees of Canada" , "Trees providing syrup" .)

I've seen this clue in the Irish Times.
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