Five facts about robins

1. Robins are often the last bird to sing before sunset and have a beautiful song.

2. The difference between a male and female robin is that males have a brighter colour.

3. In the past, robins were killed for their meat. The Migratory Bird Act now protects the species.

4. In winter, the robin puffs up its plumage to insulate its body against cold winds.

5. Flocks of robins can be huge, sometimes up to a quartermillion birds during winter. Source: Canadian Wildlife Federation