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It’s a girl! Pittsburgh’s National Aviary announces gender, name of African Penguin chick | WPXI - NBC Pittsburgh

It’s a girl! Pittsburgh’s National Aviary announced Tuesday the gender of its newest endangered African Penguin, as well as its name: Marge.

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Welcome, Marge! National Aviary Announces Name and Gender of Endangered African Penguin Chick | National Aviary News

Named in honor of a generous donor’s mother, the little penguin’s name was revealed in an adorable video released by the National Aviary.

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National Aviary Research: Water Quality and Songbird Survival | BirdsCaribbean

National Aviary Director of Conservation and Field Research Dr. Steve Latta has been studying the Louisiana Waterthrush for more than a decade.

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Pitt Peregrines Welcome St. Paddy’s Egg | PittWire

The latest pair to make their home at Pitt are Morela—named after the Polish word for apricot, due to her coloring—and Ecco.

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Falcon lays first egg of 2021 atop Cathedral of Learning | Post Gazette

The peregrine falcon female, Morela, laid her first egg of the year at 11:54 a.m. Wednesday.

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Wild peregrine falcon lays first egg at Cathedral of Learning nest in Oakland | WPXI - NBC Pittsburgh

A wild peregrine falcon nesting at the Cathedral of Learning in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh has laid her first egg of 2021.

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Peregrine Falcon Nesting Atop Pitt’s Cathedral Of Learning Lays First Egg | KDKA - CBS Pittsburgh

A wild peregrine falcon nesting way up high in the Cathedral of Learning has laid its first egg.

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National Aviary announces arrival of falcon egg at Cathedral of Learning nest | WTAE - ABC Pittsburgh

The National Aviary in Pittsburgh announced Thursday that there is a new egg in the nest at the Cathedral of Learning.

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New Aviary Insider Tour Lets You Experience Nature From Home | WESA

The “Aviary Insider Tour” is a 30-minute exploration of the National Aviary's habitats and animals, including close-up views of the birds.

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11 Best Things To Do With Kids in Pittsburgh This March | Macaroni Kid South Hills

Discover the funny side of birds and learn why art and science are natural allies with Rosemary Mosco, the naturalist and kids' book author behind Bird and Moon Comics!

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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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