A reader asks about a female robin’s behavior on their property. Read More “Why robins sit on empty nests”
A female robin sits on her nest. Photo by KellyNelson/Shutterstock
American Robin
In her own words: Lorrie Otto and the fight to ban DDT
Spring is upon us here in the Northern Hemisphere, and for many birdwatchers, it’s time to start thinking of improving our yards for the birds … Read More “In her own words: Lorrie Otto and the fight to ban DDT”
Does American Robin come to suet feeders?
In the column Since You Asked in every issue of BirdWatching, Contributing Editor Julie Craves answers readers’ questions about birds and bird behavior. Here is … Read More “Does American Robin come to suet feeders?”
Five atypical views of American Robin
In “ID Tips” in the December 2016 issue, Kenn Kaufman describes Rufous-backed Robin and Clay-colored Thrush — two of the 10 vagrant relatives of American … Read More “Five atypical views of American Robin”
Why two American Robins would sit on eggs in one nest
In the column Since You Asked in every issue of BirdWatching, Contributing Editor Julie Craves answers readers’ questions about birds and bird behavior. Here is … Read More “Why two American Robins would sit on eggs in one nest”
Collared-dove takes over American Robins’ nest
A serendipitous observation by a history professor may have serious implications for many North American bird species. D. Niler Pyeatt first noticed American Robins nesting … Read More “Collared-dove takes over American Robins’ nest”
Julie Craves explains nesting habits of American Robin
In the column “Since You Asked” in every issue of BirdWatching, Contributing Editor Julie Craves answers readers’ questions about birds and bird behavior. Here is a … Read More “Julie Craves explains nesting habits of American Robin”
Four birds that thrive in urban areas, and three that don’t
Urbanization, scientists say, can be either good or bad for birds. It can be beneficial because suburban areas typically provide abundant food resources, including backyard … Read More “Four birds that thrive in urban areas, and three that don’t”
Species profile: Snow bird, American Robin
Fruit-bearing plants allow robins to spend the coldest months of winter in the coldest of places Read More “Species profile: Snow bird, American Robin”