American Robin
NameAmerican Robin
Common NameAmerican Robin
Scientific NameTurdus migratorius
FamilyTurdidae
Wingspan (cm)34
Length (cm)25
Weight (g)77
Plumage DetailsAdults have dark gray upperparts, a reddish-orange breast and flanks, and a white lower belly and undertail coverts. The head is dark with white eye-arcs, and the bill is yellow, often with a dark tip.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its cheerful, caroling song, often described as 'cheerily, cheer up, cheerily, cheer up.' It also produces a sharp 'tut' alarm call and a rapid 'pip-pip-pip' call.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest edges, woodlands, suburban gardens, parks, open fields, agricultural areas
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across most of North America, from Alaska and Canada south to Mexico. Winters in the southern parts of its breeding range and further south into Central America.
Identifying FeaturesReddish-orange breast, Dark gray back, Yellow bill, White eye-arcs, Upright posture, Ground foraging behavior
Description
The American Robin is a common and widespread thrush known for its distinctive reddish-orange breast. It is frequently observed foraging on lawns for earthworms or feasting on berries in trees and shrubs, especially during colder months.
