About the Roviana Rail
The Roviana Rail (Gallirallus rovianae) 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 rovrai1 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 | Gallirallus rovianae |
| Species Codes | rovrai1, RORA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Roviana Rail belong to?
The Roviana Rail (Gallirallus rovianae) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Roviana Rail?
The Roviana 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 Roviana Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Roviana Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rovrai1, or on iNaturalist.