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