About the Chestnut Rail
The Chestnut Rail (Gallirallus castaneoventris) 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 cherai1 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 castaneoventris |
| Species Codes | cherai1, CHRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut Rail belong to?
The Chestnut Rail (Gallirallus castaneoventris) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut Rail?
The Chestnut 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 Chestnut Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cherai1, or on iNaturalist.