About the Guam Rail
The Guam Rail (Gallirallus owstoni) 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 guarai1 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 owstoni |
| Species Codes | guarai1, GURA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Guam Rail belong to?
The Guam Rail (Gallirallus owstoni) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Guam Rail?
The Guam 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 Guam Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Guam Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code guarai1, or on iNaturalist.