Robin
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(Erithacus rubecula)
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Arguably the UK's most beloved bird, the charismatic little robin is easily recognised by its bright red breast. It is a gardener's best friend, often waiting nearby for worms to be unearthed. It can be seen in woodland, hedgerows and open parkland.
Diet: Worms, fruit, seeds, insects
Origin: Native
UK conservation status: Green
IUCN conservation status: Least Concern
References
1 Anon (n.d.) ‘Robin photo’. [online] Available from: https://www.epochtimes.de/assets/uploads/2019/01/Robin-im-winter-Schnee-Motiv_iStock-187315181.jpg (Accessed 24 May 2020)
2 Anon (n.d.) ‘Robin Red Breast Bird Facts | Erithacus Rubecula - The RSPB’. [online] Available from: https://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/wildlife-guides/bird-a-z/robin/ (Accessed 25 May 2020)
3 Anon (n.d.) ‘Robin (Erithacus rubecula) - British Birds - Woodland Trust’. [online] Available from: https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/animals/birds/robin/ (Accessed 25 May 2020)
4 IUCN (n.d.) ‘Erithacus rubecula (European Robin)’. [online] Available from: https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/22709675/131953953 (Accessed 25 May 2020)
