The Moorhen may look dull black from a distance but close up the sheen of the plumage makes it look a lot more attractive. The tail constantly flicks

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The Moorhen may look a dull black colour from a distance but close up the sheen of the plumage makes it look a lot more attractive. The tail constantly flicks showing the white undertail

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Size: 6000px × 4000px
Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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