Robin

The Robin is a well-loved garden bird, easily recognised by its bright orange-red breast and face, with blue-grey sides. Adult birds have warm brown backs and a round body shape, while young birds do not have the red breast and instead show brown speckled feathers. This bird is about 14 centimetres long. Robins live all year round across the British Isles. They like places such as the edges of woodlands, hedgerows, parks, and gardens. They prefer areas with thick low plants and are quite comfortable around people. This bird is also found throughout Europe, reaching as far east as western Siberia. They have a typical upright stance when resting, often flick their tails, and show bold behaviour when protecting their territory. Male and female robins look alike, but they keep to separate areas during winter and sing for much of the year.