About the Swinhoe's Rail
The Swinhoe's Rail (Coturnicops exquisitus) 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 swirai1 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 | Coturnicops exquisitus |
| Species Codes | swirai1, SWRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Swinhoe's Rail belong to?
The Swinhoe's Rail (Coturnicops exquisitus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Swinhoe's Rail?
The Swinhoe's 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 Swinhoe's Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Swinhoe's Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code swirai1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Rails, Gallinules, and Coots 156 species
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