American robin

Turdus migratorius

The American robin is a diurnal thrush of North American forests and urban edges. It walks lawns and woodland margins, shifting foods by season.

Key facts

American robin (Turdus migratorius) is an omnivore animal classified as Bird · Passeriformes · Turdidae.
Primary habitats are forest · urban, with a range across Nearctic.
Activity is diurnal, sociality is loose group, and conservation status is LC (Least Concern).
The American robin is a diurnal thrush of North American forests and urban edges.
It uses forests, edges, parks, and gardens.
Typical lifespan: 8-25 years

Habitat range map

Native rangeOccasional / Transient

Map: Ecoregions 2017 © RESOLVE (CC BY 4.0) · Natural Earth (PD)

It uses forests, edges, parks, and gardens. Open ground provides feeding space, while nearby trees and shrubs offer nesting and cover.

Wingspan is about 31-41 cm and weight about 70-95 g. A gray-brown back, orange breast, slim bill, and upright ground-walking posture are typical.

Diurnal birds hold pairs and territories in breeding season, then may form loose groups. They pause and scan while foraging on the ground.

It is omnivorous, eating earthworms, insects, and fruit. Animal prey is prominent in spring and summer, with berries important later.

The nest is a mud-and-grass cup placed on branches or ledges. Chicks receive insects and fruit and are fed for a period after fledging.

Its status is listed as Least Concern. It adapts well to towns and is a familiar seasonal bird across much of North America.