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Hooded Robin

Melanodryas cucullata

Geographic Distribution

Quick Facts

Size
14 - 16 cm
Weight
15 - 20 g
Diet
Insects, Spiders, Fruits, Small invertebrates

Habitat

ForestsWoodlandsUrban areasGardens

Behavior

  • Forages for insects, spiders, and fruits in forests and woodlands
  • Uses its sharp, pointed bill to catch prey
  • Lives in pairs, with males defending territories
  • Engages in social behavior, such as preening and allopreening