About the Philippine Swamphen
The Philippine Swamphen (Porphyrio pulverulentus) 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 purswa5 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 | Porphyrio pulverulentus |
| Species Codes | purswa5, PUSW, PHSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Swamphen belong to?
The Philippine Swamphen (Porphyrio pulverulentus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Swamphen?
The Philippine Swamphen 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 Philippine Swamphen sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Swamphen on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purswa5, or on iNaturalist.