About the Sakalava Rail
The Sakalava Rail (Zapornia olivieri) 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 sakrai1 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 | Zapornia olivieri |
| Species Codes | sakrai1, SARA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sakalava Rail belong to?
The Sakalava Rail (Zapornia olivieri) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Sakalava Rail?
The Sakalava 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 Sakalava Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Sakalava Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sakrai1, or on iNaturalist.