Gardeners hoping to attract robins to their outdoor spaces should place food on the ground, according to the Wildlife Trust. The organisation notes that robins, along with blackbirds, collared doves, thrushes and dunnocks, prefer to feed off the ground rather than from hanging feeders.
British robins (Erithacus rubecula) are year-round garden visitors known for their red breasts and territorial nature. They are also celebrated for their continuous song throughout the seasons. Providing the correct food type is essential, but positioning it correctly may further encourage visits.
The Wildlife Trust advises keeping feeders and tables clean to prevent disease, and placing them in open areas away from predators. Food should be available year-round to meet birds' changing needs, such as when feeding young.
To attract robins and other small birds, the trust recommends offering a selection of foods, including mealworms, suet pellets and sunflower hearts. These can be placed on a ground feeder or a low table to mimic natural feeding conditions.
