About the Henderson Island Crake
The Henderson Island Crake (Zapornia atra) 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 heicra1 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 atra |
| Species Codes | heicra1, HICR, HECR |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Henderson Island Crake belong to?
The Henderson Island Crake (Zapornia atra) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Henderson Island Crake?
The Henderson Island Crake is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Henderson Island Crake?
The Henderson Island 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 Henderson Island Crake sighting?
You can log sightings of Henderson Island Crake on eBird (ebird.org) using species code heicra1, or on iNaturalist.
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