About the Invisible Rail
The Invisible Rail (Gallirallus wallacii) 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 invrai1 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 wallacii |
| Species Codes | invrai1, DRRA, INRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Invisible Rail belong to?
The Invisible Rail (Gallirallus wallacii) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Invisible Rail?
The Invisible 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 Invisible Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Invisible Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code invrai1, or on iNaturalist.