About the Austral Rail
The Austral Rail (Rallus antarcticus) 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 ausrai1 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 | Rallus antarcticus |
| Species Codes | ausrai1, AURA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Austral Rail belong to?
The Austral Rail (Rallus antarcticus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Austral Rail?
The Austral Rail 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 Austral Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Austral Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ausrai1, or on iNaturalist.