3 peregrine falcon chicks banded at Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning | KDKA News
The three peregrine falcon chicks born in the nest on Pitt's Cathedral of Learning were banded on Wednesday, helping scientists study the species that was considered endangered in Pennsylvania for decades.
Read MoreNational Aviary’s FalconCam: Peregrine Falcon Chicks Banded at University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning for the Second Year in a Row! | National Aviary
The three chicks are the stars of the National Aviary’s Peregrine FalconCam, a livestream of the Peregrine Falcon nest located in Oakland that attracts thousands of viewers, who can watch the birds’ development from egg to hatchling and eventually to fledgling.
Read MoreEndangered Species Day Statement on the Endangered Species Act | National Aviary
The National Aviary works to save birds and protect their habitats. The Endangered Species Act (ESA) has been crucial to helping preserve the habitats of declining animal populations; we see that in Pittsburgh particularly with the resurgence of Bald Eagles; a species once at risk for extinction.
Read MoreTwo peregrine falcon chicks hatch atop Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning | 90.5 WESA
The peregrine falcons nesting on the University of Pittsburgh’s Cathedral of Learning welcomed two new hatchlings Thursday.
Read MoreFirst peregrine falcon chick hatches in Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning nest | KDKA News
It's Take Your Kid to Work Day, and the peregrine falcons nesting on Pitt's Cathedral of Learning apparently got the memo.
Read MoreNewly Released Guam Kingfishers Produce Eggs in the Wild for the First Time in 40 Years!! | National Aviary
The Nine Birds released last fall (including three that hatched at the Aviary) continue to thrive in their new home on Palmyra Atoll
Read MoreNew Andean condor arrives at National Aviary | CBS News
A new Andean condor has arrived at the National Aviary, with the hope that he'll play a role in conserving the species.
Read MoreYour Weekend Guide for Apr. 11-13: From a Bunny Trolley to an Eggstravaganza, spring has sprung in Pittsburgh! | Kidsburgh
Kids at the Aviary's spring-themed Eggstravaganza will participate in a scavenger hunt, story time, and receive prizes to take home, meet a skink and take a photo with the Easter Bunny.
Read MoreAllegheny County announces free tickets to Pittsburgh attractions for library card holders | WTAE
RAD Summer Staycation is back for 2025 with more offers.
Read MoreAllegheny County, Pittsburgh library card holders can get free admission to several attractions | WPXI
The Allegheny Regional Asset District is bringing back its RAD Summer Staycation free-admission program for a second year.
Read More6 Things to Do in Pittsburgh This Weekend | Pittsburgh Magazine
Up-close encounters can be found throughout the National Aviary, but there may be no better way to get an introduction to some remarkable species than the Aviary’s free-flight bird shows.
Read MoreAutism Awareness Month: Autism Resources, Events, and More | Positively Pittsburgh
April is Autism Awareness Month. There are many resources in the Pittsburgh area for families and people with autism including the National Aviary's Sensory Friendly Time!
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