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