Health and safety is always the National Aviary’s top priority. We are aware of the recent spread of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in the US, and are carefully monitoring emerging information. Most of the National Aviary’s birds already live in indoor habitats. Those habitats that are outdoors are specifically designed to prevent exposure to wildlife that could be carriers. National Aviary birds are in good health, and are monitored daily by avian care professionals. As of today, March 31, no cases have been reported in Allegheny County. According to the CDC, this strain of avian flu has not been detected in humans in the United States.
National Aviary Statement on Avian Influenza
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Penguins hatched at National Aviary join colony with new names | MSN
The African penguin chicks that hatched at the National Aviary have new names, and they're ready to join the colony.
Read More »Penguins hatched at National Aviary join colony with new names | KDKA News
The aviary revealed the penguins' names on Mon., sharing photos of the adorable siblings waddling around their new home.
Read More »National Aviary reveals names for its youngest Penguins as they join the colony | WPXI
The National Aviary’s youngest African Penguins have officially joined the colony.
Read More »A juvenile peregrine falcon known as Yellow, “crashed in on her mother. Carla (the mother) quickly left” the nest at the University of Pittsburgh Cathedral of Learning on June 23, 2025, according to the Outside My Window blog. 1 Crop of 23 peregrine falcons and juvenile bald eagles have flown the coop but are begging their parents | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
The formerly endangered peregrine falcon produced a bumper crop of at least 23 juveniles this year in the Pittsburgh region.
Read More »Jungle Creatures and Fantastic Features: Flamingos | Phipps Conservatory
With help from the National Aviary, we’ll look at how Phipps flamingos compare to the real-life creatures they represent!
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