North American Habitats

North American Habitats

In addition to our international conservation efforts, the National Aviary works to protect the future of North American birds and their habitats. From our work with Eastern Loggerhead Shrikes to groundbreaking research on forested areas throughout the region.

  • Eastern Loggerhead Shrikes

    The Eastern Loggerhead Shrike, one of Canada’s most endangered songbirds, has fewer than 25 breeding pairs left in Ontario.

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  • Forest GAP Project

    Recent work has shown that large, stand-replacement clear-cuts, often as large as 40 acres, provide important habitat areas for some bird species known as “early successional species.”

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National Aviary’s ‘Jingle Bell Flock’ show brings high-flying holiday cheer | TribLive

The National Aviary on the North Side is getting into the festive spirit, starting the day after Thanksgiving with its new “Jingle Bell Flock” immersive show.

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55-plus holiday season events for kids in the Pittsburgh area | Kidsburgh

Glowing light shows, magical theatrical productions and the best music of the season are just a small part of the lineup.

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A penguin waddles into the PTL studio! | Pittsburgh Today Live

The National Aviary paid a visit to the PTL studios, and they brought Ella the African Penguin with them to tell Mikey and David about the work they're doing to protect the flightless birds.

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Best of the World 2026 | National Geographic

Steel mills once shaped outsiders’ whole impressions of Pittsburgh, but today the city increasingly defines itself by embracing the venerable cultural institutions that industrial prosperity helped build.

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Fun fall events at the National Aviary | Pittsburgh Today Live

Hear about all of the National Aviary fun happening this fall!

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