About the Calayan Rail
The Calayan Rail (Gallirallus calayanensis) 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 calrai1 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 calayanensis |
| Species Codes | calrai1, CARA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Calayan Rail belong to?
The Calayan Rail (Gallirallus calayanensis) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Calayan Rail?
The Calayan 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 Calayan Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Calayan Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code calrai1, or on iNaturalist.