About the Lord Howe Swamphen
The Lord Howe Swamphen (Porphyrio albus) 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 lohswa1 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 | Porphyrio albus |
| Species Codes | lohswa1, WHSW, LHSW |
| Conservation | extinct |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lord Howe Swamphen belong to?
The Lord Howe Swamphen (Porphyrio albus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Lord Howe Swamphen?
The Lord Howe Swamphen 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 Lord Howe Swamphen sighting?
You can log sightings of Lord Howe Swamphen on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lohswa1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Rails, Gallinules, and Coots 156 species
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