About the Pale-vented Bush-hen
The Pale-vented Bush-hen (Amaurornis moluccana) 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 rutbuh1 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 | Amaurornis moluccana |
| Species Codes | rutbuh1, PVBH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pale-vented Bush-hen belong to?
The Pale-vented Bush-hen (Amaurornis moluccana) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Pale-vented Bush-hen?
The Pale-vented Bush-hen 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 Pale-vented Bush-hen sighting?
You can log sightings of Pale-vented Bush-hen on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rutbuh1, or on iNaturalist.