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Rose Robin

Petroica rosea

A vibrant flash of pink lights up Australia's dense eucalyptus forests as this tiny songbird flutters through the canopy in search of insects.
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Visual Identification

Appearance

The Rose Robin is a small, charming bird with striking sexual dimorphism. Males display a vibrant pink breast and belly, contrasting with a dark grey back, wings, and tail. Their forehead features a small white patch, enhancing their distinctive appearance.

Females are more subdued, with grey-brown upperparts and pale underparts. Both sexes have black bills, legs, and eyes, with the male's pink plumage being particularly eye-catching during the breeding season.

Size

Length

11cm to 13cm

Wingspan

18cm to 22cm

Weight

7g to 10g

Colours

Primary Colour

Pink Grey

Secondary Colour

White Black

Beak Colour

Black

Leg Colour

Black

Primary Colour (Female)

Brown Grey

Secondary Colour (Female)

White

Beak Colour (Female)

Black

Leg Colour (Female)

Black

Habitat and Distribution

Habitats

Woodland

The Rose Robin can be found in Woodland habitats.

Garden

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Garden habitats.

Wetland

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Wetland habitats.

Coastal

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Coastal habitats.

Urban

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Urban habitats.

Farmland

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Farmland habitats.

Grassland

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Grassland habitats.

Desert

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Desert habitats.

Tundra

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Tundra habitats.

Rainforest

The Rose Robin can be found in Rainforest habitats.

Mountain

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Mountain habitats.

Savanna

The Rose Robin is not typically found in Savanna habitats.

Distribution

Rose Robins inhabit wet sclerophyll forests, rainforests, and occasionally drier woodlands. They are found along the eastern coast of Australia, from southeast Queensland to eastern Victoria and Tasmania.

During winter, many individuals from higher elevations move to lower altitudes or coastal areas, seeking warmer conditions and more abundant food sources.

Elevation Range

Sea level to 1,500 meters

Climate zones

Subtropical, Temperate

Distribution Map

This map gives you a rough idea of where you might spot a Rose Robin. The coloured areas show countries where these birds have been seen.

A few things to keep in mind:

  • Birds might not be everywhere in the coloured areas, for example, they may be present around the coast of that country
  • Where birds live can change with seasons and available food
  • This map is quite simple - it doesn't show exact locations

We're working on making our maps even better! Soon, we hope to show you:

  • More detailed maps for bigger countries, including state and region
  • How birds move around during different seasons