Happy National Robin Day! 
As the colder temperatures and low light levels of winter set in, it can be a difficult time for Robins and all songbirds to find a suitable amount of food and water to see them through this harsher period.
At -2°C, a lot of energy is needed keep warm overnight. Studies in songbirds have shown that these temperatures could mean a loss of up to 8.9% of body mass in just one night, requiring the bird to recoup lost energy stores the next day in order to survive. Luckily the Robin is well adapted to our winters, but not all songbirds are as robust. For instance small bodied birds such as wrens, goldcrests and long tailed tits can be particularly vulnerable to frosty weather as they do not have extensive fat reserves. Others like the song thrush also struggle as invertebrate numbers decrease.
But you can help! Did you know 1 fat ball can sustain 17 robins for an entire day? By consistently offering a food and fresh water supply you are providing a lifeline for our songbirds.
The above information was adapted from SongBird Survival who also have more facts and tips on how to help our Robins and songbirds!
: a young robin admitted to Mousehole Wild Bird Hospital Cornwall in 2021.