About the Chatham Islands Rail
The Chatham Islands Rail (Gallirallus modestus) 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 chirai1 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 modestus |
| Species Codes | chirai1, CIRA, CHRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chatham Islands Rail belong to?
The Chatham Islands Rail (Gallirallus modestus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Chatham Islands Rail?
The Chatham Islands 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 Chatham Islands Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Chatham Islands Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chirai1, or on iNaturalist.