Adopt-A-Bird
Symbolically adopt your favorite bird! Proceeds from all symbolic adoptions support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats. PLUS, join in all the fun by symbolically adopting some of your favorite species during our limited-time-only season: Forests Presented by Peoples!
Symbolically Adopt-A-Bird Today!Seasonal Species: Forests!
Barred Owl
Eastern Screech-Owl
Hooded Vulture
Featured Symbolic Adoptions
Other Adoptable Species
Always available for symbolic adoption! Pick from some of our most popular birds at an adoption level that’s right for you.
African Penguin
American Flamingo
Andean Condor
Bald Eagle
Brown Pelican
Eurasian Eagle-Owl
Gray Crowned-Crane
Hyacinth Macaw
Linnaeus’s Two-toed Sloth
Rainbow Lorikeet
Red-billed Hornbill
Scarlet Macaw
Victoria Crowned Pigeon
White-cheeked Turaco
All proceeds from Adopt-A-Bird go directly to support animal care efforts at the National Aviary. You can’t go wrong with this unique gift only available at the National Aviary. Digital* and print options available!
*Digital options are NOT available for Featured Symbolic Adoptions, including Saw-whet Owls, Aurora, and Vera. These special packages must be mailed to the adopter.
Adopt-A-Bird mailed packages will be prepared and mailed within 14 days. For a quicker delivery, you may choose the digital option and receive your digital package within 3 business days.