The Moorhen is one of the more common aquatic birds in UK. During winter large flocks can gather on open water, seeking safety in numbers.

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The Moorhen is one of the more common aquatic birds in UK. During winter large flocks can gather on open water, seeking safety in numbers. During the breeding season pairs are very territorial

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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
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