Fun Robin Facts for Kids (All You Need to Know!)

No matter where you live in the United States, you probably have robins living in your yard. Robins are one of the most common songbirds and they are often the first bird you’ll see in the spring. Some robins migrate south for the winter, but many robins stay in one place year-round. During the winter, they stay in the trees more so you might not see them.

Illustration of a Robin Image - Science for Kids All About Robins — All about Robins, they are one of the most common songbirds and they are often the first bird you’ll see in the spring.

Robins are gray or brown, with a red tummy. Male robins are more brightly colored than females. Robins love to snatch earthworms out of the ground. They hop around on lawns and in gardens looking for worms and other insects. Robins also eat berries, fruit, nuts and seeds.

Male and Female Robins in the Field Image — Male robins are more brightly colored than females.

Fun Facts about Robins for Kids

Robins have up to three broods each year. Many of the babies don’t survive though.
Robin eggs are light blue. Robins build their round nests in trees.
Robins roost together in trees. Some roosts can have as many as 200,000 robins.
Most robins only live about six years.