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African Penguins in South Africa using artificial nest burrow

Nesting in Namibia The rapid decline of wild African Penguins and the National Aviary’s conservation work to help here in Pittsburgh and on the African continent they call home. Fewer than 10,000 African Penguin pairs remain in South Africa and Namibia. In 2021, there were more than 50,000 individual penguins recorded. That’s why, in October…

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National Aviary African Penguin Pair Patrick (female) and Owen have hatched a duo of African Penguin chicks!

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Meet the stinkin’ cute skunk sisters at the National Aviary | Pittsburgh Today Live

The National Aviary debuts its newest ambassadors, skunk sisters! They're asking for name suggestions.

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National Aviary holding naming contest for new skunk sisters | WPXI

There are two new critters at the National Aviary, and you can help pick their names!

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How to Tell a Raven From a Crow, According to Bird Experts | Martha Stewart

National Aviary Director of Animal Programs and Experiences, Cathy Schlott, explains the clearest ways to tell which bird you’re looking at.

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Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Closes Out Third Annual Outdoors for All Celebration in Pittsburgh | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

More than 25 Pittsburgh-area outdoor recreation and conservation organizations came together to offer hands-on activities, opportunities to get out on the water, education, and community connection at the event.

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Sloth birthday party draws hundreds to the National Aviary | Pittsburgh City Paper

Pittsburgh’s National Aviary hosted a birthday party for its resident sloths, Wookiee and Vivien, last week. Over 500 visitors stopped in to wish the animal ambassadors a happy birthday and sign an oversized card in their honor.

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