About the Blue-faced Rail
The Blue-faced Rail (Gymnocrex rosenbergii) 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 bafrai2 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 | Gymnocrex rosenbergii |
| Species Codes | bafrai2, BFRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue-faced Rail belong to?
The Blue-faced Rail (Gymnocrex rosenbergii) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Blue-faced Rail?
The Blue-faced 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 Blue-faced Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue-faced Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bafrai2, or on iNaturalist.