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Songbirds

American Robin

Turdus migratorius

• common
• 32 km/h
• Starter
• Least Concern

The classic harbinger of spring. Every message feels like a fresh start.

Population

~370 million individuals (Partners in Flight)

Habitat

woodlands, forest edges, gardens, parks, lawns, and farmland

Fun fact

Despite the red breast it isn't related to the European Robin — it's a thrush, named by homesick colonists for the resemblance.

Range

breeds across most of North America; winters from the southern U.S. to Guatemala

Diet

earthworms and insects in spring/summer, fruit and berries in fall/winter

Size

0.25 m

Wingspan

0.36 m

Lifespan

14 years