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SPECIES PROFILE
Eurasian Robin (Erithacus rubecula)
Erithacus
IUCN STATUS
Least Concern
CONSERVATION STATUS
Least Concern
CLASS
Aves
GEOGRAPHICAL RANGE
Europe, western Asia
DIET
Insectivorous/Omnivorous
HABITAT
Gardens, woodlands, hedgerows
🔬 Classification
PHYLUM
Chordata
CLASS
Aves
ORDER
Passeriformes
FAMILY
Muscicapidae
GENUS
Erithacus
📋 Description
SIZE
12-14 cm body, 15-22 g
COLORATION
Orange-red breast, olive-brown back
ADAPTATIONS
Bold, territorial, loud song
🌿 Ecology
HABITAT
Gardens, woodlands, hedgerows
DIET
Insectivorous/Omnivorous
GEOGRAPHIC RANGE
Europe, western Asia
REPRODUCTION
4-6 eggs, 2 broods per year
DIET DETAILS
Insects, worms, berries
⚠️ Threats & Conservation
PRIMARY THREATS
Habitat loss, pesticides
💡 Interesting Facts
1
The Eurasian Robin is Europe's most beloved garden bird with its bright orange-red breast and sweet song. It is highly territorial and sings year-round to defend its area. Males and females look almost identical.
2
It is often seen as a symbol of Christmas in Britain and is surprisingly bold around humans.
🔭 Sighting Guide
📍 BEST PLACES TO SIGHT
Black Forest Germany
Bavarian Forest
🗓️ BEST TIME TO SIGHT
Year-round
🎯 SIGHTING TIPS
Look for red-breasted robin in gardens and woodlands; very tame.
