Embark on a Spellbinding Journey

through mythical-like woods during Forests, the National Aviary’s fall seasonal theme, Presented by Peoples. Uncover the magic of dense woodlands and lush rainforests filled with elusive birds from around the world! Explore these complex ecosystems through dynamic NEW Daily Activities, Interactive Play Spaces, and immersive habitats. 

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Today’s Schedule

Bird Photography Workshop

Sun., September 15 & Sun., September 22 |  9 - 11 am |  $299 per person, includes 2 sessions 

Focus on refining your bird photography skills with a series of courses lead by National Aviary Educator and Photographer Mike Faix, an accomplished nature photographer with years of experience photographing birds.

Daily Activities

The National Aviary offers a variety of daily activities for an incredible visitor experience. View an insightful feeding, watch birds soar over the audience during a live bird show, or get up close with your favorite species during an Animal Encounter!

Meet a Forest Friend Up Close!

Feel a sloth’s soft fur, see their charming sl-o-o-w movements right in front of your eyes, and feed them a nutritious treat during a National Aviary Animal Encounter! 

Proceeds from Animal Encounters support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats. 

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The National Aviary works to inspire respect for nature through an appreciation of birds.

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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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  Extinct in the Wild birds head to new home ahead of first wild release | National Aviary

Precious Guam Kingfishers arrived on the Pacific Island as part of a project to re-establish a wild population 

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National Aviary works to bring back bird that’s extinct in the wild | CBS News

The National Aviary may be based in Pittsburgh but the important work they do spans the globe - playing an instrumental part in saving a bird that's been extinct in the wild for 40 years.

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Juvenile African Penguin at National Aviary receives new name inspired by love story | WPXI

A juvenile African Penguin that joined the National Aviary flock in October has received a new name.

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Their “Kids” Will Return to the Wild | Outside My Window

Two Guam kingfisher chicks hatched at the National Aviary began their journey back to the wild.

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