About the Slender-billed Flufftail
The Slender-billed Flufftail (Sarothrura watersi) is a species of bird in the Flufftails family (Sarothruridae), within the order Gruiformes. This family contains 15 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code slbflu1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Flufftails (Sarothruridae) |
| Species | Sarothrura watersi |
| Species Codes | slbflu1, SBFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Slender-billed Flufftail belong to?
The Slender-billed Flufftail (Sarothrura watersi) belongs to the Flufftails family (Sarothruridae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Slender-billed Flufftail?
The Slender-billed Flufftail is a member of the Flufftails family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Slender-billed Flufftail sighting?
You can log sightings of Slender-billed Flufftail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code slbflu1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Flufftails 15 species
More Birds in Order Gruiformes
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Quick Stats
Gruiformes
Order
15
Species in Family
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