About the Red-winged Wood-Rail
The Red-winged Wood-Rail (Aramides calopterus) 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 rwwrai1 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 | Aramides calopterus |
| Species Codes | rwwrai1, RWWR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-winged Wood-Rail belong to?
The Red-winged Wood-Rail (Aramides calopterus) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Red-winged Wood-Rail?
The Red-winged Wood-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 Red-winged Wood-Rail sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-winged Wood-Rail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rwwrai1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Rails, Gallinules, and Coots 156 species
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