About the Lord Howe Rail
The Lord Howe Rail (Gallirallus sylvestris) 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 lohrai1 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 sylvestris |
| Species Codes | lohrai1, LHRA, LHWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lord Howe Rail belong to?
The Lord Howe Rail (Gallirallus sylvestris) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Lord Howe Rail?
The Lord Howe 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 Lord Howe Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Lord Howe Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lohrai1, or on iNaturalist.