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National Aviary Welcomes 2 New Adorable Chicks

By: KDKA-TV News Staff

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - The National Aviary is welcoming two new tiny baby birds.

A fluffy Mariana Fruit-Dove was born and took its first flight, becoming the first of its kind to fledge at the National Aviary.

national aviary mariana fruit dove
(Photo: National Aviary)

The Victorian Crowned Pigeons also just had a little baby -- their tenth chick since 2016.

national aviary victorian crowned pigeon
(Photo: National Aviary)

The Aviary says the little chick is growing big and strong and will soon fledge the nest. Victorian Crowned Pigeons are near threatened.

Right now the National Aviary is closed until Jan. 4 under state orders.

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