Erithacus rubecula
The European Robin is a small, plump bird with a distinctive orange-red breast and face contrasting with its grey-brown upperparts and white belly. Its round body, large head, and thin legs give it a characteristic 'puffball' appearance.
Male and female Robins are practically impossible to distinguish on looks alone. Both have big black eyes, fine grey bills and pinkish legs.
Juvenile Robins are quite distinct. These young birds are mottled in light and dark brown and do not develop their tell-tale red breast until they are a few months old.
Length
12.5cm to 14cm
Wingspan
20cm to 22cm
Weight
16g to 22g
Males and females have similar plumage
Primary Colour
Brown Orange
Secondary Colour
White Grey
Beak Colour
Black
Leg Colour
Brown
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
European Robins are widespread across Europe, from the UK and Ireland to western Siberia. They inhabit various wooded areas, including deciduous and mixed forests, parks, farmland and gardens.
While some northern populations migrate south for winter, many UK Robins are resident year-round. They've adapted well to human presence, frequently seen in urban and suburban areas.
Sea level to 2,500 meters
Temperate, Subarctic
This map gives you a rough idea of where you might spot a European Robin. The coloured areas show countries where these birds have been seen.
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