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National Aviary mourning loss of its first penguin, Stanley | WPXI

Stanley, who was named for the Stanley Cup, joined the family flock at the National Aviary in 2001 when he was two months old.

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Two Eurasian Eagle-Owl Chicks Hatch at National Aviary | National Aviary

A Eurasian Eagle-Owl, one of the largest owl species in the world, has hatched at the National Aviary.

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Pittsburgh’s National Aviary welcomes a new male Andean Condor | 90.5 WESA

The National Aviary publicly welcomed a new, male Andean Condor named Bud to Pittsburgh this week.

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Meet Bud: National Aviary announces arrival of new Andean condor | WTAE

The National Aviary announced the arrival of one of its newest residents Thursday.

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Valentine’s Day Lovebirds: National Aviary celebrates dove hatching, bird couples | Yahoo! News

This Valentine’s Day, love is in the air, right alongside the birds at the National Aviary.

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National Aviary Mourns the Loss of a Fan-Favorite Bird | Pittsburgh Magazine

The National Aviary is moving forward without one of its most popular and colorful attractions — a favorite among both staff and visitors.

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Birds of a Feather— Chatham University and the National Aviary | Chatham Recorder Alumni Magazine

Thanks to a partnership with the National Aviary, a new generation of Chatham students are gaining skills fundamental to studying, understanding, and ultimately protecting birdlife.

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National Aviary hosts ‘Holiday Late Night’ events this week | WPXI

Birds came out to greet visitors at the National Aviary’s Holiday Late Night event. Guests got to see flamingos, red siskins and more as the aviary showcased its lights and entertainment.

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Holiday brunches, early-bird beer fest tickets and other food events | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

The National Aviary on Pittsburgh’s North Side is again offering holiday brunches featuring Atria’s Specialty Catering in the Garden Room.

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Once Again, Pittsburghers Give Big | Pittsburgh Magazine

See which charities attracted the most donors and raised the most money during the seventh annual one-day charitable giving extravaganza.

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Holiday fun guide: 50-plus family events for the ultimate Pittsburgh holiday season | Kidsburgh

The coming weeks are filled with all kinds of fun ways to celebrate the winter holidays around the Pittsburgh area, from free events and sparkling light displays to stage shows, film screenings, kids’ classes and educational events, and so much more for folks of all ages.

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Sister Skunk Name Results Are IN! | National Aviary

The entire two-round naming contest highlighted just how much people truly care about the National Aviary: raising more $2,500 in 2.5 weeks, and increasing September Guest and Member attendance at the Aviary by 40% compared to past years.

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The National Aviary receives prestigious accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums | Association of Zoos and Aquariums

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has announced that the National Aviary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania was once again granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.

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The Expert’s Guide to Helping Injured Birds During the Fall Migration | National Geographic

Every year billions of birds die from glass window collisions, or from house cat attacks. These incidents can be avoided, and injured birds can be taken care of.

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If You Hear “Kis-Ka-Dee,” Look Up Because Experts Say You May Have a Rare Visitor in Your Yard | Yahoo Life

But avid birdwatchers know that every region also has birds that are far less common—and that makes spotting one an extra memorable experience no matter how old you are.

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Musical Parking Chairs featuring the National Aviary’s Own Cathy Schlott! | The YaJagoff Podcast

Musical Parking Chairs? Yep! And a skunk and Blue Zone Food! Now THAT’s a show description!

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