About the New Guinea Flightless Rail
The New Guinea Flightless Rail (Megacrex inepta) 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 ngfrai1 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 | Megacrex inepta |
| Species Codes | ngfrai1, NGFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the New Guinea Flightless Rail belong to?
The New Guinea Flightless Rail (Megacrex inepta) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the New Guinea Flightless Rail?
The New Guinea Flightless 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 New Guinea Flightless Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of New Guinea Flightless Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ngfrai1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Rails, Gallinules, and Coots 156 species
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