About the Red-necked Crake
The Red-necked Crake (Rallina tricolor) 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 rencra1 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 | Rallina tricolor |
| Species Codes | rencra1, RNCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-necked Crake belong to?
The Red-necked Crake (Rallina tricolor) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Red-necked Crake?
The Red-necked 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 Red-necked Crake sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-necked Crake on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rencra1, or on iNaturalist.