About the Red Rail
The Red Rail (Aphanapteryx bonasia) 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 redrai1 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 | Aphanapteryx bonasia |
| Species Codes | redrai1, RERA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red Rail belong to?
The Red Rail (Aphanapteryx bonasia) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Red Rail?
The Red 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 Red Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Red Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code redrai1, or on iNaturalist.