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As winter wanes and spring approaches, trees and flowers aren’t all that bloom! Thanks to the steamy temperatures of our lush habitats, January through April is PEAK nesting season for an array of adorable birds at the National Aviary. Immerse yourself in the beauty of budding relationships, nesting, and hopefully adorable chicks during our new seasonal theme, Nesting in Nature.

A guest watching a Blue-crowned Motmot
Ragianna bird of paradise on a branch.

IT’S BACK: Night in the Tropics!

All aboard! Set sail on a Sunset Riviera getaway on Fri., July 17 with tickets to summer’s hottest 21+ party, Night in the Tropics Presented by UPMC Health Plan! Transport yourself to a Mediterranean-style paradise with the Aviary’s crew handling your every need, complete with show-stopping live entertainment under the stars, meet-and-greets with Animal Ambassadors, unlimited small plates from local restaurants and signature cocktails, beer, and wine, and SO MUCH MORE.

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Peregrine falcons on Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning lay first egg of season | CBS News

The National Aviary, which runs a livestream of the nest, said Carla laid the first egg around 4 a.m. on Wednesday. It's the first of up to six, though the average peregrine falcon clutch is four. 

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National Aviary’s star peregrine falcons welcome first egg of the season | WPXI

Carla and Ecco are featured on the aviary’s Peregrine FalconCam livestream, showing their nest high up on the southeast side of the Cathedral of Learning.

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50 family adventures across the USA as America celebrates its 250th anniversary | Times Entertainment

As the country gears up to celebrate its 250th anniversary, here are 50 family-friendly travel experiences across the United States.

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Going to the 2026 NFL Draft? Here are other places to check out | Beaver County Times

As the NFL Draft sweeps into downtown Pittsburgh, there is plenty for visitors to explore beyond the football-themed attractions.

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The Invisible Clues Animals Leave Behind Are Helping Save Entire Ecosystems (featuring an interview with Dr. Steve Latta) | A-Z Animals

In this article, we speak with Dr. Steven Latta, Director of Conservation and Field Research at The National Aviary. In his own work, he collects eDNA samples from water, leaf litter, feathers, egg shells, and other substrates to identify species presence.

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