About the Hawkins's Rail
The Hawkins's Rail (Diaphorapteryx hawkinsi) 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 hawrai1 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 | Diaphorapteryx hawkinsi |
| Species Codes | hawrai1, HARA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hawkins's Rail belong to?
The Hawkins's Rail (Diaphorapteryx hawkinsi) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Hawkins's Rail?
The Hawkins's 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 Hawkins's Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Hawkins's Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hawrai1, or on iNaturalist.