Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), Swimming with nesting material. Lancashire, UK Common Moorhen (Gallinula chloropus), Swimming with nesting material. 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), Swimming with nesting material_UFP0716RM.tiff
