Robin (Erithacus rubecula)

The Robin, or Robin Redbreast as it is known to some, is a very common garden bird, that can be found widespread across the UK.
The bird is an attractive species that holds a place in  lot of people's hearts, and the Robin is often associated with winter, and Christmas.

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Robins are highly territorial birds, who may fight in some cases, to the death with other birds, in order to keep their right to food, as well as to breed in a certain location.
The majority of Robins only live through two winters, which is often enough for a lot of Robins to breed.

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The red breast of the Robin is used as a warning to other rival birds, and is often used almost as a social trait.

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Robins nest in such locations as trees, shrubs, and even other strange locations, including old teapots, large cans, and old toilets.
They are a very adaptable species, who often pick the easiest way to obtain food, which can involve for example, following a tractor that is turning over the soil, in order to find earthworms and other sources of food.

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The Robin is a species that is definitely considered to be a large part of Britain's culture, as well as its national and social identity.
As well as this, the bird is a beautiful specimen, and would be very interesting to illustrate in my own style.
These are key reasons as to why I would like to include this species in my wildlife zine.

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Thomas.