About the African Crake
The African Crake (Crecopsis egregia) is a species of bird in the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), within the order Gruiformes. This family contains 156 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afrcra1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rails, Gallinules, and Coots (Rallidae) |
| Species | Crecopsis egregia |
| Species Codes | afrcra1, AFCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Crake belong to?
The African Crake (Crecopsis egregia) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the African Crake?
The African Crake is a member of the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Crake sighting?
You can log sightings of African Crake on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrcra1, or on iNaturalist.