Why do robins fly into windows?

Answer 1

Not all naturally occurring phenomenon can or should be interpreted as an omen. I am inclined to take this particular behaviour as one such.

In spring, during the mating season, male robins are extremely territorial. I is not uncommon for them to attack one another by pecking, jumping forward with extended wings and other such displays.

Glazing balls, and any other reflective surface in a robin's territory get the same treatment, as they believe the reflection is another male.

At certain times during the day the light conditions are such that windows become reflective surfaces and the robin, seeing a competitor for his territory will peck at the window.

To eliminate this behavior, put something between the robin and the window glass, screening works well, however, you can use cardboard or a scrap of wood if the window is at ground level. This need not be left for long, the behaviour usually lasts about a week, two at the most.

Answer 2

Robins are generally considered to be harbingers of good luck. Having one in the house would probably be a good omen.

Answer 3

We had a robin do that too us, too! It's because the robin sees it's reflection and thinks it has to protect itself and its family from the "intruder"

Answer 4

it probably sees its own reflection and is trying to attack it because it thinks it is another bird and is being territorial