The Robin, naturally, is a favourite come Christmas time. If you've ever been curious as why robins are associated with Christmas, you might be surprised to know it's actually thanks to postmen! In Victorian Britain, postmen were nicknamed ‚ÄúRobins‚ Äù because of their red-breasted uniforms for delivering post. So, naturally the humble robin began to be associated with cards from loved ones and faraway friends arriving through the letterbox...
