Aviary Volunteer’s Work Highlighted in AZA Photo Contest

Photo of a Brown Pelican The Association of Zoos and Aquariums recently announced the winners of its annual photo contest. The contest highlights the photography skills of staff and volunteers at AZA accredited facilities. Meghan Adams, a National Aviary volunteer, had her photograph of a Brown Pelican residing in the Wetlands habitat featured as a contest Highlight. Congratulations, Meghan!

See more of the winning photos here.

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