About the Tahiti Rail
The Tahiti Rail (Gallirallus pacificus) 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 tahrai1 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 | Gallirallus pacificus |
| Species Codes | tahrai1, TARA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tahiti Rail belong to?
The Tahiti Rail (Gallirallus pacificus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Tahiti Rail?
The Tahiti 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 Tahiti Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Tahiti Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tahrai1, or on iNaturalist.