About the Brown Crake
The Brown Crake (Zapornia akool) 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 brocra1 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 | Zapornia akool |
| Species Codes | brocra1, BRCR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Crake belong to?
The Brown Crake (Zapornia akool) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Brown Crake?
The Brown Crake 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 Brown Crake sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Crake on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brocra1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Rails, Gallinules, and Coots 156 species
More Birds in Order Gruiformes
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Quick Stats
Gruiformes
Order
156
Species in Family
409
iNat Observations
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