About the Nkulengu Rail
The Nkulengu Rail (Himantornis haematopus) 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 nkurai1 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 | Himantornis haematopus |
| Species Codes | nkurai1, NKRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Nkulengu Rail belong to?
The Nkulengu Rail (Himantornis haematopus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Nkulengu Rail?
The Nkulengu 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 Nkulengu Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Nkulengu Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code nkurai1, or on iNaturalist.