Bird
European Robin
Britain's beloved red-breasted garden bird
Family Muscicapidae
Muscicapidae is a taxonomic family in the order Passeriformes, class Aves. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: European Robin and Nightingale. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Muscicapidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| European Robin Erithacus rubecula | 20 g | 14 cm | 30 km/h | 8 yrs | Europe, Asia, Africa | Least Concern |
| Nightingale Luscinia megarhynchos | 20 g | 16 cm | 30 km/h | 5 yrs | Europe, Asia, Africa | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
