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National Aviary celebrates new year with hatching of adorable, fluffy endangered species | PennLIVE

The National Aviary in Pittsburgh’s first chick of the new year is an African penguin born on Jan. 3 to first-time parents, Buddy and Holly.

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National Aviary Welcomes Baby African Penguin, 11th to Hatch at Facility | KDKA - CBS Pittsburgh

With only about 13,000 pairs remaining in the wild in South Africa, the National Aviary says African Penguins are endangered.

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National Aviary Welcomes 2 New Adorable Chicks | KDKA - CBS Pittsburgh

A fluffy Mariana Fruit-Dove and an adorable Victorian Crowned Pigeon were recently born at the National Aviary.

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Yinzer Shopping Network | Very Local Pittsburgh

Valentino the Two-toed Sloth makes an appearance in this special guide to gifts in Pittsburgh.

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50 of the Most Frequently Asked Questions about Pittsburgh | Discover the Burgh

Where's a great place place to take kids in Pittsburgh? The National Aviary!

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Your Weekend Guide for Apr. 11-13: From a Bunny Trolley to an Eggstravaganza, spring has sprung in Pittsburgh! | Kidsburgh

Kids at the Aviary's spring-themed Eggstravaganza will participate in a scavenger hunt, story time, and receive prizes to take home, meet a skink and take a photo with the Easter Bunny. 

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Allegheny County, Pittsburgh library card holders can get free admission to several attractions | WPXI

The Allegheny Regional Asset District is bringing back its RAD Summer Staycation free-admission program for a second year.

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6 Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Weekend | Pittsburgh Magazine

Up-close encounters can be found throughout the National Aviary, but there may be no better way to get an introduction to some remarkable species than the Aviary’s free-flight bird shows.

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Autism Awareness Month: Autism Resources, Events, and More | Positively Pittsburgh

April is Autism Awareness Month. There are many resources in the Pittsburgh area for families and people with autism including the National Aviary's Sensory Friendly Time!

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