About the Buff-banded Rail
The Buff-banded Rail (Gallirallus philippensis) 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 bubrai1 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 | Gallirallus philippensis |
| Species Codes | bubrai1, BARA, BBRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buff-banded Rail belong to?
The Buff-banded Rail (Gallirallus philippensis) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Buff-banded Rail?
The Buff-banded 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 Buff-banded Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Buff-banded Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bubrai1, or on iNaturalist.