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: Remarkable Raptors Presented by S&T Bank!
Symbolically Adopt-A-Bird Today!Seasonal Species: Remarkable Raptors!

Harpy Eagle, Darièna

Peregrine Falcon, Storm
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.

American Flamingo

African Penguin

Andean Condor

Bald Eagle

Barred Owl

Brown Pelican

Eurasian Eagle-Owl

Eastern Screech-Owl

Gray Crowned-Crane

Hooded Vulture

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.


