European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) in Scandinavia

The European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) is a flycatcher found across Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland. An insect-eater that sallies out from a perch to snap up prey. It typically occurs in woodland and gardens.

In the Nordic countries the European Robin is best described as a summer visitor. Its global conservation status is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. On Fågelkartan you can see where it has been reported over the last 30 days, based on open data from the national species-observation systems.

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More about the European Robin

  • European Robin – song & calls
  • European Robin – breeding
  • European Robin – nest & eggs
  • European Robin – nest boxes
  • European Robin – diet
  • European Robin – in winter
  • European Robin – male & female
  • European Robin – migration

Quick facts

  • Scientific name: Erithacus rubecula
  • Family: Flycatchers
  • Habitat: Woodland and gardens
  • Status in the Nordics: Summer visitor
  • IUCN Red List: Least Concern

More flycatchers

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  • Red-breasted Flycatcher
  • Spotted Flycatcher
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