Why robins fly into windows

The robin does not realize it is looking at a reflection; to him, he is looking at an intruder, and one that must be chased from its territory, regardless of how long it takes or how many times it has to be attacked. This question arises most often with robins, as they are a common nesting species in cities.

However, the same behavior is apparent with just about any other songbird species which is nesting near your house.

There are two ways in which this behavior will end. By entering your email, you consent to receive communications from Penn State Extension.

View our privacy policy. Thank you for your submission! Home Bird Continually Hitting Window. Bird Continually Hitting Window. I have a bird that is continually hitting my window. Why is it doing this and what can I do to stop it? Margaret C. It sits a long while then flys into the glass doors. Or it pecks on the doors. He has closed his blinds so the bird knows it's not a fly through, but the Robin continues to fly into the glass doors, or peck on them.

He even hung some plastic garbage bags on the doors so it would stop flying into them. Nothing stops it. Personally, I don't believe in either of these theories. A bird pecking at your glass or car mirror is a natural event, not an omen, and it happens for the reasons outlined above. Home Appliances. Air Conditioners. Water Heaters. Home Improvement. Interior Design. Home Furnishings. Home Decor.

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