Ecotourism Trips

The National Aviary, with AAA Travel, hosts trips to tropical destinations, each offering incredible birdwatching opportunities in some of the world’s most vibrant ecosystems. Explore lush rainforests, pristine beaches, and hidden gems while discovering unique wildlife and cultures along the way.

Visit Tropical Costa Rica

October 1 – 13, 2026: Pack your bags and join the National Aviary’s Dr. Pilar Fish on a one-of-a-kind journey to Costa Rica!
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Hawaiian Adventure

February 28 – March 9, 2027: Aloha, paradise is calling! Embark on an Hawaiian Adventure with the National Aviary’s world-renowned veterinarian, Dr. Pilar Fish!
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4 peregrine falcon chicks banded at Pitt’s Cathedral of Learning | CBS News

Viewers of the National Aviary's FalconCam have been watching parents Carla and Ecco raise the chicks since the start of the season, and it's the third year their offspring have been banded.

4 Cathedral of Learning peregrine falcon chicks banded by game commission | WPXI

Four chicks of the peregrine falcon pair Carla and Ecco were banded Wednesday morning at the Cathedral of Learning on the University of Pittsburgh’s campus.

Do Animals Enjoy Music? Zoömusicology Has Surprising Answers (Ft. National Aviary Ornithologist Bob Mulvihill) | Yahoo News

Bob Mulvihill, Lead Ornithologist at the National Aviary, also explains how music affects birds.

USPS Bald Eagle Stamps | United States Postal Service

U.S. Postal Service released a set of stamps honoring our national bird, the bald eagle, at the National Eagle Center.

How to attract orioles to your yard this spring | National Geographic

These songbirds have a conspicuous sweet tooth—but experts say putting out oranges and other fruits isn't the only way to turn your backyard into an oriole hotspot.

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Ecotourism Trips