American Robin
Turdus migratorius
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Turdidae
About
The American robin is a migratory bird of the true thrush genus and Turdidae, the wider thrush family. It is named after the European robin because of its reddish-orange breast, though the two species are not closely related, with the European robin belonging to the Old World flycatcher family. The American robin is widely distributed throughout North America, wintering from southern Canada to central Mexico and along the Pacific coast.
Fun Fact
American robins can eat up to 4 metres of earthworms per day, and they detect worms underground by cocking their heads — long thought to be listening, they're actually looking, using monocular vision to spot soil disturbance.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Woodlands, gardens, and parks
Diet
Omnivore
Lifespan
2-3 years
Threats
- Wildfire
- Deforestation