Mission & Vision

Our Mission:

to inspire respect for nature through an appreciation of birds.

Our Vision:

The National Aviary will be a leading resource for information and experiences that advance global conservation of birds and their habitats through education, entertainment, ecological research, husbandry, and healthcare.

In The News

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How to Tell a Raven From a Crow, According to Bird Experts | Martha Stewart

National Aviary Director of Animal Programs and Experiences, Cathy Schlott, explains the clearest ways to tell which bird you’re looking at.

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Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Closes Out Third Annual Outdoors for All Celebration in Pittsburgh | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

More than 25 Pittsburgh-area outdoor recreation and conservation organizations came together to offer hands-on activities, opportunities to get out on the water, education, and community connection at the event.

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Sloth birthday party draws hundreds to the National Aviary | Pittsburgh City Paper

Pittsburgh’s National Aviary hosted a birthday party for its resident sloths, Wookiee and Vivien, last week. Over 500 visitors stopped in to wish the animal ambassadors a happy birthday and sign an oversized card in their honor.

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National Aviary hospital to secure leadership in conservation and research with $500K boost | TribLive

Aviary officials are eyeing a pioneering facility that will elevate animal wellness and train future avian care professionals. Renovations will be done to the facility on the North Side campus.

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How to Stop Birds From Flying Into Your Window, According to an Expert (ft. insights from Bob Mulvihill) | Pet News

Learn why birds keep flying into windows and the expert-approved solutions that actually work

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