# What Do European Robins Eat?

> What european robins eat: Omnivore (insects, worms, seeds, berries), foraging style, and seasonal shifts in Woodland, gardens, parks, hedgerows.

- **Species:** European Robin (*Erithacus rubecula*)
- **Conservation status:** Least Concern
- **Diet:** Omnivore (insects, worms, seeds, berries)
- **Habitat:** Woodland, gardens, parks, hedgerows
- **Lifespan:** About 2 years average (up to 8)
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- **Last reviewed:** 2026-07-16

## Quick answer

The European robin (Erithacus rubecula) is a small, round garden bird instantly known by its orange-red breast and face. Found across woodland, gardens, parks, and hedgerows throughout Britain and Europe, it measures about 14 cm long and weighs just 16 to 22 g. This bold, territorial omnivore eats insects, worms, seeds, and berries, and though many die young it can live up to 8 years. It is listed as Least Concern.

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## Appearance and identification

The robin is a plump little bird about 14 cm long with a wingspan of 20 to 22 cm and a weight of only 16 to 22 g. Its warm orange-red breast and face, bordered by soft blue-grey, make it one of the easiest garden birds to recognise. Males and females look alike, so the sexes cannot be told apart by plumage. Young robins lack the red altogether and are speckled brown, which helps protect them from territorial adults.

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