European robin

The robin is a small, red-breasted bird that hops through gardens and woodlands across Europe and parts of North Africa. It’s a member of the flycatcher family and stays put in milder regions but migrates when winters turn cold. Its cheerful presence and rusty chest make it one of the most recognizable backyard visitors.

• Robins eat mostly insects, snatching them from the ground or midair.
• Some populations migrate to escape harsh winters, while others stay year-round.
• They live as far east as Siberia and as far south as North Africa.