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