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Thousands of Birds Fly Over Pittsburgh During Mass Migration | KDKA - CBS Pittsburgh

Ornithologist Bob Mulvihill discusses this annual return of birds from the north to their wintering grounds in the south.

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10 Fun Zoos in PA to Visit | Uncovering PA

If you love animals, you're in luck -- there are some fantastic zoos in PA, including the National Aviary!

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National Aviary Names Elaine Steffenauer Volunteer of the Year | National Aviary News

Nominated by staff, Elaine is recognized for her ongoing commitment and leadership.

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Zoo celebrates sloth’s third birthday | Yahoo TV

The National Aviary made a cake to celebrate this two-toed sloth’s third birthday

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Zoo celebrates sloth’s third birthday | MSN

The National Aviary made a cake to celebrate this two-toed sloth’s third birthday

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Wrap up summer with a tropical getaway close to home at the National Aviary—and online! | Pittsburgh Parent Magazine

Make the most of the last weeks of summer with new immersive experiences at the National Aviary!

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Pittsburgh sloth celebrates 3rd birthday with socially distanced party at National Aviary | WPXI - NBC Pittsburgh

Vivien, a two-toed sloth who calls The National Aviary home, celebrated her third birthday with a party fit for a queen.

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You can celebrate sloth birthdays with 30-percent discount on encounter at National Aviary | Penn Live - Patriot News

The National Aviary in Pittsburgh recently held birthday parties for two of its sloths - Vivien turned 3 and Wookiee turned 20.

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Peregrine falcons to be protected during Tarentum Bridge construction project | TribLive

Peregrine falcons that nest under the Tarentum Bridge will be protected as best they can during an upcoming, long-term construction project along the span.

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Think pink: The National Aviary hosts Flamingo Fest | Pitt News

This past weekend, from Feb. 28 to March 1, the National Aviary celebrated Flamingo Fest, a two-day special event dedicated to the tropical pink bird. The event originally started as a chance for aviary visitors to see live flamingos.

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Record number of peregrine falcons counted in Allegheny County | WPXI

The National Aviary says six peregrine falcons were recorded in the county during the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count.

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A City Full of Surprises | Visit the USA

The USA’s “bird zoo,” this indoor nonprofit aquarium and aviary is home to many colorful creatures.

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Avian education center prepares to take flight in Pittsburgh | WESA

The Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation is coming together with the National Aviary to build out an education wing in the aviary’s recently acquired conservation center in Fox Chapel, the National Aviary SK Rockwell Conservancy.

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