The American Robin is ubiquitous in backyards all across North America. But how much do you know about its life history, evolution, and unique vocal range? In this listener suggested episode, Dr. John rock out with the robin and brings you all the cool facts about their omnivorous diet, cooperative breeding, and a couple giggles at their genus name...Turdus!
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Intro music by Ricky Pistone and outro music by the Sidewalk Slammers. Check them out wherever you get your music
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Bird sounds are from Xeno-Canto.org
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Intro Robin Song by Brian Cox
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Robin Song by Richard E. Webster
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Robin Song 2 by Paul Driver
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Fast Robin Song by Richard E. Webster
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Alarm calls, chucks:
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Alarm Call 1 by Ted Floyd
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Alarm Call 2 by Richard E. Webster
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Seet Alarm Call by Thomas Ryder Page