About the Paint-billed Crake
The Paint-billed Crake (Mustelirallus erythrops) 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 pabcra 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 | Mustelirallus erythrops |
| Species Codes | pabcra, PBCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Paint-billed Crake belong to?
The Paint-billed Crake (Mustelirallus erythrops) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Paint-billed Crake?
The Paint-billed Crake 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 Paint-billed Crake sighting?
You can log sightings of Paint-billed Crake on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pabcra, or on iNaturalist.