Adopt-A-Bird

Join in all the fun by symbolically adopting some of your favorite owl species during the National Aviary’s winter season: Coastal Getaway! Just in: a limited-time adoption opportunity for our new female Steller’s!

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Limited Time Only: Featured Symbolic Adoptions

TWO African Penguin Chicks

Marijo, the Andean Condor, at the National Aviary looking directly into the camera.

Andean Condor Juvenile

A Northern Saw-whet Owl

Northern Saw-whet Owl

Limited Time Only: Symbolically Adopt Aurora, the Steller’s Sea Eagle!

A Steller's Sea Eagle perched on a branch

Aurora Adopters will receive:

  • An exclusive high-resolution photo of the female Steller’s
  • An exclusive magnet featuring the female Steller’s
  • One free National Aviary admission pass to visit
  • A Steller’s fact sheet
  • An adoption certificate

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NEW: Seasonal Species: Coastal Getaway

An African Penguin swimming underwater

African Penguin

American Flamingo preening itself

American Flamingo

A Brown Pelican on a branch

Brown Pelican

Other Adoptable Species

Always available for symbolic adoption! Pick from some of our most popular birds at an adoption level that’s right for you.

Andean Condor Adult

Headshot of a Barred Owl

Barred Owl

An Eurasian Eagle Owl

Eurasian Eagle-Owl

Eastern Screech-Owl

Eastern Screech-Owl

Hyacinth Macaw perched on a branch

Hyacinth Macaw

A Linnaeus's Two-toed Sloth hanging upside down on a branch

Linnaeus’s Two-toed Sloth

Rainbow Lorikeet perched on a branch

Rainbow Lorikeet

Scarlet Macaw

Victoria Crowned Pigeon perched on a branch

Victoria Crowned Pigeon

All proceeds from Adopt-A-Bird go directly to support animal care efforts at the National Aviary. You can’t go wrong with this unique gift only available at the National Aviary. Digital and print options available!

Adopt-A-Bird mailed packages will be prepared and mailed within 14 days. For a quicker delivery, you may choose the digital option and receive your digital package within 3 business days.


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