Western water-rail

Rallus aquaticus

Family: Rallidae Order: Gruiformes Conservation: Least Concern
Western water-rail

About the Western water-rail

species of wetland bird

Fun Facts About Western water-rail

  • The Western water-rail (Rallus aquaticus) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Western water-rail is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderGruiformes
FamilyRallidae
GenusRallus
SpeciesRallus aquaticus

Range & Habitat

Range map of Western water-rail

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Related Species

Other species in the Rallidae family: