About the White-striped Forest Rail
The White-striped Forest Rail (Rallicula leucospila) is a species of bird in the Flufftails family (Sarothruridae), within the order Gruiformes. This family contains 15 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wsfrai1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Flufftails (Sarothruridae) |
| Species | Rallicula leucospila |
| Species Codes | wsfrai1, WSFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-striped Forest Rail belong to?
The White-striped Forest Rail (Rallicula leucospila) belongs to the Flufftails family (Sarothruridae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the White-striped Forest Rail?
The White-striped Forest Rail is a member of the Flufftails family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a White-striped Forest Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of White-striped Forest Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wsfrai1, or on iNaturalist.