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Moorhen chick

Gallinula chloropus

Photo by AmySutcliffe
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Field Notes

Description:

The chick of a very common British bird which can be found around waterways, ponds, lakes, and ditches.

Habitat:

Vegetation surrounding freshwater bodies.

Notes:

These lovely chicks constantly call to each other with a high pitched whistle so they are always aware where they have all got to.

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