Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), Looking for nesting materials. Reeds form the structural base with feathers, and leaf matter making the lining. The Moorhen is one of only two British birds which breed co-operatively, with older young birds helping their parents raise subsequent offspring. Habitat, Marsh, reedbed, small lakes.
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Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), Looking for nesting materials. Lancashire, UK
Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), Looking for nesting materials. Reeds form the structural base with feathers, and leaf matter making the lining. The Moorhen is one of only two British birds which breed co-operatively, with older young birds helping their parents raise subsequent offspring. Habitat, Marsh, reedbed, small lakes.

Filename: Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), Looking for nesting materials_UFP0734RM.tiff
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Date: 12 Jun 2010
Location: Blackpool Lancashire, North West Uk
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