The Moorhen is one of the commonest of the Rail family found in the UK. They are found on all inland waterways and often in close to Coots


The Moorhen is one of the commonest of the Rail family found in the UK. They are found on all inland waterways and often in close association with its relative, the Coot.


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Location: Scarborough, UK
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