🌿Native Nature

Allen's Gallinule

Porphyrio alleni

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Gruiformes ›Family: Rallidae ›Genus: Porphyrio

About

Allen's gallinule (Porphyrio alleni), formerly known as the lesser gallinule, is a small waterbird of the family Rallidae. Its former binomial name is Porphyrula alleni. Porphyrio is the Latin for "swamphen", and alleni, like the English name, commemorates British naval officer Rear-Admiral William Allen (1792–1864).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Allen's Gallinule?
The scientific name of Allen's Gallinule is Porphyrio alleni.
What is the conservation status of Allen's Gallinule?
The Allen's Gallinule has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Allen's Gallinule belong to?
Allen's Gallinule belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Allen's Gallinule belong to?
Allen's Gallinule belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Allen's Gallinule belong to?
Allen's Gallinule belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Allen's Gallinule belong to?
Allen's Gallinule belongs to the order Gruiformes.
What family does Allen's Gallinule belong to?
Allen's Gallinule belongs to the family Rallidae.
What genus does Allen's Gallinule belong to?
Allen's Gallinule belongs to the genus Porphyrio.