The Most Commonly Seen Bird in MN is Not a Robin The robins have arrived for the summer, and they might be one of the most recognizable birds in Minnesota, but they are not the most commonly seen bird in the state. Specifically the American Robin, is the orange-breasted, worm-eating, summer loving bird that we see all around. Any guess which species comes in as the most-seen in our fine state? The Common Loon, Minnesota's state bird, is certainly not it. If anything, these private and elusive birds can be a rare sight. Mallard duck? Nope. Get our free mobile app