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Watercock

Gallicrex cinerea

Taxonomy

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

About

The watercock (Gallicrex cinerea) is a waterbird in the rail and crake family, Rallidae. It is the only member of the genus Gallicrex. Traditionally held to be closely related to moorhens (which the adult male visually closely resembles), it is actually member of a mostly tropical Asian clade containing also Aenigmatolimnas, Amaurornis, Himantornis and Megacrex.

Frequently Asked Questions

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