About the Rufous-necked Wood-Rail
The Rufous-necked Wood-Rail (Aramides axillaris) 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 rnwrai1 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 | Aramides axillaris |
| Species Codes | rnwrai1, RNWR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-necked Wood-Rail belong to?
The Rufous-necked Wood-Rail (Aramides axillaris) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-necked Wood-Rail?
The Rufous-necked Wood-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 Rufous-necked Wood-Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-necked Wood-Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rnwrai1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Rails, Gallinules, and Coots 156 species
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