American Robin
Turdus migratorius Linnaeus, 1766
Turdidae — Thrushes
American Robin, Turdus migratorius, is a thrush of North America and Middle America, breeding from Alaska and Canada south to Guatemala. It is a familiar bird across its range and is the most abundant landbird in North America. The species is known for its reddish-orange breast, which gives it its name. It belongs to the thrush family, Turdidae, and was described by Linnaeus in 1766. Seven subspecies are recognised. It is active mainly by day and gathers in large flocks at night. Its diet includes invertebrates, fruits and berries.
- Order
- Passeriformes
- Family
- Turdidae — Thrushes
- Breeding range
- North America, Middle America: Alaska and Canada to Guatemala
