The rufous-backed robin (Turdus rufopalliatus) is a songbird of the thrush family.

This species resembles its widespread relative the American robin in general appearance, but is a bit smaller at 21.5–24 cm (8.5–9.4 in) long,[2] with an average wingspan of 39.4 cm (15.5 in) and weight of 74 g (2.6 oz).

[3] It is named for the adult's rufous or olive-rufous upper back, which contrasts with the grayish head, nape, and rump.

The subspecies of the Islas Tres Marías, also found around San Blas, Nayarit, is sometimes considered a separate species, Grayson's robin or Grayson's thrush, Turdus graysoni (Ridgway, 1882).

[2][3] The rufous-backed robin inhabits dry deciduous forests, including the edges, and in human-planted habitats, at heights from the ground to high in trees.