About the Watercock
The watercock is a waterbird in the rail and crake family, Rallidae that is widely distributed across Southeast Asia. It is the only member of the genus Gallicrex.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Gruiformes |
| Family | Rails, Gallinules, and Coots (Rallidae) |
| Species | Gallicrex cinerea |
| Species Codes | waterc1, WATE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Watercock belong to?
The Watercock (Gallicrex cinerea) belongs to the Rails, Gallinules, and Coots family (Rallidae), in the order Gruiformes.
How can I identify the Watercock?
The watercock is a waterbird in the rail and crake family, Rallidae that is widely distributed across Southeast Asia. It is the only member of the genus Gallicrex....
Where can I report a Watercock sighting?
You can log sightings of Watercock on eBird (ebird.org) using species code waterc1, or on iNaturalist.
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