About the Plumbeous Rail
The Plumbeous Rail (Pardirallus sanguinolentus) 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 plurai1 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 | Pardirallus sanguinolentus |
| Species Codes | plurai1, PLRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plumbeous Rail belong to?
The Plumbeous Rail (Pardirallus sanguinolentus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Plumbeous Rail?
The Plumbeous 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 Plumbeous Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Plumbeous Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code plurai1, or on iNaturalist.