About the Reunion Rail
The Reunion Rail (Dryolimnas augusti) 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 reurai1 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 | Dryolimnas augusti |
| Species Codes | reurai1, RERA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Reunion Rail belong to?
The Reunion Rail (Dryolimnas augusti) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Reunion Rail?
The Reunion 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 Reunion Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Reunion Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reurai1, or on iNaturalist.