About the Speckled Rail
The Speckled Rail (Laterallus notatus) 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 sperai1 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 | Laterallus notatus |
| Species Codes | sperai1, SPRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Speckled Rail belong to?
The Speckled Rail (Laterallus notatus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Speckled Rail?
The Speckled 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 Speckled Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Speckled Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sperai1, or on iNaturalist.