About the Little Wood-Rail
The Little Wood-Rail (Aramides mangle) 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 liwrai1 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 | Aramides mangle |
| Species Codes | liwrai1, LWRA, LIWR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Wood-Rail belong to?
The Little Wood-Rail (Aramides mangle) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Little Wood-Rail?
The Little Wood-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 Little Wood-Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Wood-Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code liwrai1, or on iNaturalist.