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Several types of birds perched on tree branches in front of the waterfall in the Tropical Rainforest at the National Aviary

Member Exclusive: Expert Talk with Sara Showers, The Plants Our Birds Rely On

Sat., November 8 | Time: TBD | FREE for Members; must register in advance

Manager of Horticulture, Sara, will discuss what goes into sustaining our natural habitats filled to the brim with live plants!

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Cathy Schlott feeding a flock of American Flamingoes.

Member Exclusive: Expert Talk with Cathy Schlott and Christa Guas, Avian Care and Wellness

Sun., September 7 | Time: TBD | FREE for Members; must register in advance

Join Director of Animal Programs and Experiences, Cathy Schlott, and Senior Manager of Animal Programs, Christa Gaus, for an insider’s look at the personalized care that keeps healthy and happy.

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Two National Aviary Vets gently trimming the nails of an African Penguin

Member Exclusive: Expert Talk with Jess Lindberg, Avian Hospital

Sat., June 28 | Time: TBD | FREE for Members; must register in advance

Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary Manager of Veterinary Education and Patient Care, Jess Lindberg, on her global conservation work.

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African Penguins in South Africa using artificial nest burrow

Member Exclusive: Expert Talk Conservation of African Penguins

Sat., November 23 | 11 am – 12:30 pm

Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary’s work to save endangered species from a National Aviary expert!

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National Aviary Senior Aviculturist, Bri Crane holding a Nosa while in the Mariana Islands with the MAC Project

Member Exclusive: Expert Talk with Bri Crane: MAC Project

Sun., September 8 | 11 am – Noon

Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary Senior Aviculturist, Bri Crane, CPBT-KA and her involvement with the MAC project.

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Andean Condor in flight in Ecuador

Member Exclusive: Expert Talk with Dr. Ernesto Arbelaez

Tues., July 16 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Member Exclusive: Join Dr. Ernesto Arbelaez, Executive Director and Founder of the Bioparque Amaru in Cuenca Ecuador and one of Ecuador’s leading conservationist, as he discusses Andean Condor conservation efforts.

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A Black Kite flying through the sky at the National Aviary

Member Exclusive: Expert Talk: The Making of SkyDeck with Cathy Schlott

Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary’s fan-favorite rooftop bird show, SkyDeck!

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A Lesser Flamingo chick being cared for in South Africa.

Member Exclusive: Expert Talk with Teri Grendzinski: Flamingo Rescue in South Africa

Member Exclusive: Learn more about National Aviary Expert Teri Grendzinki’s work with Lesser Flamingos in South Africa.

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National Aviary kicks off winter season with new talks, experiences during ‘Rainforest Retreat’ | WPXI

The National Aviary’s winter season is bringing a “Rainforest Retreat” feature for guests to enjoy. The Rainforest Retreat experience includes daily talks and new activities. Tropical, woodland and coastal birds will be featured.

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Meet Wanda, a critically endangered Vietnam pheasant hatched at the National Aviary | CBS News

The National Aviary is introducing visitors to Wanda, a critically endangered Vietnam pheasant chick that hatched this spring.

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Guam kingfishers hatched at National Aviary among first released into wild in nearly 40 years | CBS News

Three Guam kingfishers that hatched at the National Aviary have been released on an island in the Pacific, marking the first time their species has been in the wild in nearly 40 years.

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Guam Sihek Released to the Wild | National Aviary

Nine Guam Kingfishers have been released to the wild on Palmyra Atoll, making them the first of their kind to reside in the wild since the 1980s.  

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Take an Enchanting Journey through Forests this fall at the National Aviary! | National Aviary

Explore the Aviary’s new fall seasonal theme, Forests Presented by Peoples; learn more about the creatures who inhabit these woodland areas during TWO new daily activities, and say “hello again!” to the adorable Eurasian Eagle-Owl making her Animal Ambassador debut!

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