American Robin (Turdus migratorius)
The American Robin (Turdus migratorius) is a familiar sight in North American gardens and parks, recognized for its vibrant orange belly and cheerful song. This adaptable bird thrives in a variety of habitats, from urban areas to forests, and plays a crucial role in the ecosystem as both a predator of insects and a disperser of seeds.
| 🇫🇷 | Merle d'Amérique |
| 🇩🇪 | Wanderdrossel |
| 🇲🇽 | Robín americano |
| Taxonomy | |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Turdidae |
How to Identify
The American Robin is characterized by its dark grey back and a distinctive white ring around its eyes. Its belly is a vibrant orange, with shades that can range from light orange to reddish or brown.
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Characteristics
| Length | 23-28cm |
| Weight | 59-94g |
| Wingspan | 31-41cm |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 eggs |
| Incubation | 12-14 days |
| Fledging | 10-15 days |
| Sexual Maturity | 1 year |
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Where and When to Spot
The American Robin is very common during the spring, summer, and autumn months in parks around Montreal. It feeds on the ground, searching for worms and insects, and hides in the lower parts of bushes and trees after a successful catch. It is rarely seen in December and January, though.
Observation Records by Park and Season
| Location | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belvédère Outremont | x | - | - | - |
| Boisé Des Douze | x | - | - | - |
| Champ des Possibles | x | - | - | - |
| Jardin Botanique de Montréal | x | - | - | x |
| Parc Angrignon | x | x | x | x |
| Parc Bernard-Landry | x | - | x | - |
| Parc Michel-Chartrand | x | - | x | - |
| Parc Nature Pointe aux Prairies | x | - | - | - |
| Parc de la Frayère | x | x | x | - |
| Parc des Rapides | x | - | - | - |
| Parc des Étangs Antoine-Charlebois | - | x | - | - |
| Parc Île-de-la-Visitation | x | - | - | - |
"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from our park visit journals.