Joanne, 

   I saw the Moorhen at Schoolhouse Pond this morning between 8 and 9. It was easily seen from the observation deck in the rear of the pond as it fed with the Wood Ducks. I could not see it from the street side. Keep trying. 

Bob Ringler 
Eldersburg MD 
 



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From: "Joanne Howl" <> 
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Sent: Saturday, July 17, 2010 1:09:48 PM 
Subject: [MDOSPREY] Common Moorhen? 

I went to Schoolhouse Pond last night (Friday 16) and saw no Moorhen.  It was actually VERY quiet, birdwise, and very still and very hot, weatherwise.  Since I also did not locate any Wood Duck, and the Moorhen has been reported to hang with the Wood Duck, I thought I'd try again this AM (Saturday).   
  
I arrived at the Pond around 10:30 AM and spent 1 1/2 hours carefully looking everywhere I could.  I was able to locate many Wood Duck, but no Moorhen at all.  The consolation bird was a wonderful Little Blue Heron.   
  
If anyone sees this Moorhen, please post. I'd like to try again, but need some incentive.   
  
I'll also be trying for the Sandhill Crane tomorrow afternoon.  I think that means that those of you who want to see him better get out this afternoon and tomorrow morning - before he flies off to elude me!  (No, it's not really that bad - I do catch a few chases, now and again!) 
  
Joanne 

Joanne Howl, DVM 
West River, MD