About the Brown-cheeked Rail
The Brown-cheeked Rail (Rallus indicus) 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 bncrai1 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 indicus |
| Species Codes | bncrai1, EWRA, BCRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-cheeked Rail belong to?
The Brown-cheeked Rail (Rallus indicus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Brown-cheeked Rail?
The Brown-cheeked 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 Brown-cheeked Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-cheeked Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bncrai1, or on iNaturalist.