About the Dieffenbach's Rail
The Dieffenbach's Rail (Gallirallus dieffenbachii) 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 dierai1 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 dieffenbachii |
| Species Codes | dierai1, DIRA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dieffenbach's Rail belong to?
The Dieffenbach's Rail (Gallirallus dieffenbachii) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Dieffenbach's Rail?
The Dieffenbach'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 Dieffenbach's Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Dieffenbach's Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dierai1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Rails, Gallinules, and Coots 156 species
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