About the Striped Crake
The Striped Crake (Aenigmatolimnas marginalis) 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 strcra1 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 | Aenigmatolimnas marginalis |
| Species Codes | strcra1, STCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Striped Crake belong to?
The Striped Crake (Aenigmatolimnas marginalis) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Striped Crake?
The Striped Crake 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 Striped Crake sighting?
You can log sightings of Striped Crake on eBird (ebird.org) using species code strcra1, or on iNaturalist.