- What is an aviary?
- Are hawks a threat to my backyard squirrels?
- Can the National Aviary come and get a hawk or owl in my yard?
- A huge hawk is circling my yard. Will it capture my dog?
- What can I do about a bird flying into my window?
- I've found a baby bird. What should I do?
- I've found an injured bird. What should I do?
- How can I keep a woodpecker from tapping on my home?
- A bird has built her nest on my front door! What can I do?
- How can I attract birds to my yard?
- How can I attract hummingbirds to my yard?
- How can I keep squirrels away from my bird feeder?
- How do I keep cats and hawks away from my feeder?
- Why are there no birds at my feeder?
- Tell me about different kinds of bird seed.
- RESOURCES AND INFORMATION ABOUT BIRD FLU

Do you have a question about The National Aviary or birds in general, but do not see an answer to it here? Feel free to email us your bird question and we'll do our best to answer it for you!*

IF YOU FIND AN INJURED WILD BIRD, OR LOST PET BIRD—
In the Pittsburgh, PA area:
There are 4 local Wildlife Centers that take care of injured wild birds:
• Animal Rescue League 412-793-6900 (Mammals, songbirds, raptors)
• Wildbird Recovery, Inc. 724-898-1788 (Songbirds only)
• Moon Veterinary Hospital 412-262-2100 (Mammals, songbirds, raptors)
• Wildlife Works, Inc. 724-925-6862 (Mammals, songbirds, raptors)
There are 2 local Animal Shelters that take care of lost pets:
• Animal Friends 412-847-7000
• Humane Society 412-321-4625
Be sure to call first, as they may not be staffed at all hours.
Thank you for caring about wildlife!

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*Please be patient. We will answer all questions as soon as possible.






