About the Woodford's Rail
The Woodford's Rail (Gallirallus woodfordi) 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 woorai1 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 woodfordi |
| Species Codes | woorai1, GIRA, WORA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Woodford's Rail belong to?
The Woodford's Rail (Gallirallus woodfordi) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Woodford's Rail?
The Woodford'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 Woodford's Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Woodford's Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code woorai1, or on iNaturalist.