About the Western Swamphen
The Western Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio) 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 purswa1 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 | Porphyrio porphyrio |
| Species Codes | purswa1, PUSW, WESW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Swamphen belong to?
The Western Swamphen (Porphyrio porphyrio) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Western Swamphen?
The Western Swamphen 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 Western Swamphen sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Swamphen on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purswa1, or on iNaturalist.