A Chorus of Calls Fill the Air...

…during the National Aviary’s NEW seasonal theme, Rainforest Retreat! Step into our lush habitats and listen closely as each bird call sets the tone for nature’s grand concert. Discover the secrets of these melodies during dynamic Daily Activities, Interactive Play Spaces, and breathtaking habitats.  

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Today’s Schedule

Daily Activities

The National Aviary offers a variety of Daily Activities for an incredible visitor experience. View an insightful feeding, watch birds soar over the audience during a live bird show, or get up close with your favorite species during an Animal Encounter!

Early Childhood Mornings

Wed., April 2 | 10:30 - 11:30 am | Included with General Admission

Experience a fun and engaging morning with art activities, sensory play, and books to read at the National Aviary.

Meet a Rainforest Friend Up Close! 

Feel a sloth’s soft fur, feed them a nutritious treat, and learn all about their life in the slow lane as the climb through dense rainforests during a  National Aviary Animal Encounter!  

  • Sloth Encounter: Although she’s notoriously sleepy, a Sloth Encounter with Vivien is worth waking up for!
  • Sloth Encounter + Painting: Watch as Valentino uses is natural abilities to grasp and move objects (like tree branches!) to create you a one-of-a-kind masterpiece!

Proceeds from Animal Encounters support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats. 

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The National Aviary works to inspire respect for nature through an appreciation of birds.

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Cathedral of Learning peregrine falcon pair lays first egg of season | Yahoo! News

Carla laid the egg on Sunday afternoon. She will likely lay at least three more.

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Cathedral of Learning peregrine falcon pair lays first egg of season | WPXI

The National Aviary says the peregrine falcons living high up on the side of the Cathedral of Learning have welcomed their first egg of the season.

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First Peregrine falcon egg laid atop Cathedral of Learning | Audacy

The first Peregrine falcon egg of the season has been laid atop the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning.

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Peregrine falcons nesting atop Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning lay first egg of the season | 90.5 WESA

Dedicated — perhaps eagle-eyed — viewers of the National Aviary’s peregrine falcon camera may have spotted the pair’s first egg of the season over the weekend.

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Cathedral of Learning peregrine falcons welcome 1st egg of the season | TribLive

The Cathedral of Learning’s feathered residents have welcomed a new addition to the nest.

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