Photo: George Forster (1754-1794) / Public domain (Wikimedia Commons)
Tahiti Rail
Gallirallus pacificus
Tahiti Rail (Gallirallus pacificus) — Cranes & Rails of Oceans & Seabirds.
The Tahiti Rail (Gallirallus pacificus) is a member of the Rallidae family found in Oceans & Seabirds. The IUCN Red List lists it as Extinct.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)No reasonable doubt that the last individual has died.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Gruiformes
- Family Rallidae Rails, Crakes & Coots
- Genus Gallirallus
- Species pacificus
Quick facts
- Family
- Rallidae
- Order
- Gruiformes
Biology & behaviour
The Tahiti Rail (Gallirallus pacificus) is a species of bird in the Rallidae family, part of the order Gruiformes. It occurs naturally across Oceans & Seabirds. Its distribution covers PO Tahiti and Mehetia (e Society Is., e Polynesia).
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Tahiti Rail live?
The Tahiti Rail is found across Oceans & Seabirds with a range covering PO Tahiti and Mehetia (e Society Is., e Polynesia).
What family does the Tahiti Rail belong to?
The Tahiti Rail (Gallirallus pacificus) belongs to the Rallidae family, in the order Gruiformes.
Is the Tahiti Rail endangered?
It is listed as Extinct on the IUCN Red List
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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