What does the cryptic crossword clue "Game birds (5,3,6)" mean?

The definition is "Game". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). DUCKSANDDRAKES (synonym of "birds"); definition: "Game" The answer is DUCKSANDDRAKES.

Game birds (5,3,6)

Guardian Cryptic #23308 | 21 Across | 2004-11-24 flower

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