American Robin
NameAmerican Robin
Common NameAmerican Robin
Scientific NameTurdus migratorius
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)35
Length (cm)23
Weight (g)77
Plumage DetailsTypically, adult males have a dark gray back, a rusty-red breast, and a black head with white eye-arcs. Females are similar but duller. The individual in the image exhibits albinism, characterized by entirely white plumage and red eyes.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its cheerful, caroling song, often described as 'cheerily, cheer up, cheerily, cheer up.' It also produces various alarm calls and a sharp 'tut' call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, woodland, park, garden, suburban, agricultural
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across most of North America from Alaska and Canada south to central Mexico. Winters from southern Canada and the northern United States south through Mexico and Central America.
Identifying Featuresbrick-red breast, dark gray back (typical), black head with white eye-arcs (typical), yellow bill, upright posture, hopping gait while foraging
Description
The American Robin is a common migratory songbird known for its distinctive brick-red breast and cheerful song. It is often seen foraging on lawns for earthworms and is a familiar sight across North America.
