European Robin
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NameEuropean Robin
Common NameEuropean Robin
Scientific NameErithacus rubecula
FamilyMuscicapidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)13.25
Weight (g)19
Plumage DetailsAdults have a bright orange-red face and breast, bordered by grey on the sides of the neck and chest. The upperparts are olive-brown, and the belly is whitish. Juveniles are mottled brown with no orange breast.
Vocalization / CallIts song is a beautiful, liquid, warbling melody, often delivered from a prominent perch. It also has a characteristic sharp 'tic' alarm call and a rapid 'ticking' sound.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, garden, park, woodland, hedgerow, scrubland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across Europe, western Siberia, North Africa, and parts of the Middle East. Many northern populations migrate south for winter, while southern populations are largely resident.
Identifying FeaturesBright orange-red face and breast, Grey flanks, Olive-brown back, Large dark eye, Small, slender dark bill
Description
The European Robin is a small, plump passerine bird known for its distinctive orange-red breast and face. It is a familiar garden bird across much of Europe, often displaying a bold and inquisitive nature towards humans.
