🌿Native Nature

Sora

Porzana carolina

Taxonomy

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

About

The sora (Porzana carolina) is a small waterbird of the family Rallidae, sometimes also referred to as the sora rail or sora crake. The genus name Porzana is derived from Venetian terms for small rails, and Carolina refers to the Carolina Colony. "Sora" is probably taken from a Native American language.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sora?
The scientific name of Sora is Porzana carolina.
What is the conservation status of Sora?
The Sora has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Sora belong to?
Sora belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Sora belong to?
Sora belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Sora belong to?
Sora belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Sora belong to?
Sora belongs to the order Gruiformes.
What family does Sora belong to?
Sora belongs to the family Rallidae.
What genus does Sora belong to?
Sora belongs to the genus Porzana.