…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.
Get Tickets!LIMITED TIME ONLY: Get to know Gouda the Striped Skunk during a National Aviary Animal Encounter!
Proceeds from Animal Encounters support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats.
Book Your Encounter!When more than 1,800 baby Lesser Flamingoes were abandoned by their parents due to a severe drought at the Kamfers Dam in South Africa in 2019, the National Aviary’s Teri Grendzinski was among the first to arrive on the scene.
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Eurasian Eagle-Owls may be classified as “Least Concern” by the IUCN, but this large species with pumpkin-colored eyes faced a rapid population decline in Europe in the 20th century. These birds continue to face human-caused threats to their very livelihood, including pesticide exposure, habitat loss, and infrastructure collisions. Learn more about the National Aviary’s efforts to safeguard this large owl species, and how you can help today.
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Penguin pair Patrick (female) and Owen hatched two African Penguin chicks in November at the National Aviary. The duo marks an additional spark of hope for a species that is increasingly experiencing population declines in the wild. The National Aviary’s expert animal care team has been observing the family’s feeding, brooding, and preening behaviors, and can see that these chicks are thriving and developing quickly!
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The Eastern Loggerhead Shrike is one of Canada’s most endangered songbirds. With fewer than 25 breeding pairs left in Ontario, Canada, this unique subspecies — named for its disproportionately large — or “logger” — head, is in dire need of support. One of the ways in which zoos like the National Aviary can offer such help is by working tirelessly behind-the-scenes to help ensure an increase of healthy populations for a variety of threatened bird species, including the shrike.
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When our youngest African Penguin, Pierogi, was diagnosed with an injury, the dedicated staff at the National Aviary worked tirelessly to provide innovative care. They did the same for our most senior colony member, Stanley.
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Researchers with the National Aviary and Project Principalis released multiple lines of evidence pointing to the survival of the iconic Ivory-billed Woodpecker in Louisiana.
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The National Aviary is leading the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Saving Animals From Extinction: SAFE program for African Penguins with help from independent Senior Conservation Scientist, Dr. Patty McGill.
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After more than 30 years of being listed as Extinct in the Wild, Guam Rails are now considered Critically Endangered. The National Aviary raised more Guam Rails than any other North American zoo, and some of those rails from Pittsburgh are now thriving on islands near Guam!
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When thousands of flamingo chicks were abandoned due to drought in South Africa, one National Aviary staff member, Teri Grendzinski, made the journey to help. Her work to hand-raise chicks gave them a chance at survival.
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The National Aviary works to inspire respect for nature through an appreciation of birds.
