Feed A Sloth At National Aviary In Pennsylvania For An Adorable Adventure
By Beth Price-Williams|Published January 19, 2023
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
A trip to the National Aviary in Pennsylvania gives visitors the unique opportunity to get up close with some of the world’s most beautiful birds and animals. Don’t be too surprised, for example, if you’re strolling through the tropical rainforest and a peacock struts right past you. While you can get fairly close to the birds at the National Aviary, you might want to sign up for an up-close encounter for a one-of-a-kind experience.
Explore the National Aviary in Pittsburgh, a family-friendly destination that’s home to countless birds and a few mammals – from penguins and bald eagles to sloths.
One of the best ways to experience the aviary is to sign up for a unique encounter. If you’re a fan of the adorable sloth, for example, opt for one of two popular experiences – the Sloth Encounter or the Sloth Encounter plus painting.
Both offer the same experience except the sloth encounter with painting adds a bit of a twist. Your adventure will include watching Valentino the sloth paint a picture – for you! Yep, it’s included in the cost of the encounter, so you can take it home with you.
Regardless of which sloth encounter you choose, you’re in for a one-of-a-kind adventure. Bring your camera and whatever questions you have. Expert staff members will be on hand to answer questions.
During your close encounter, you’ll have the opportunity to touch the participating sloth’s fur and to give him one of his favorite treats. Sloths love sweet potatoes, for example.
Sloth encounters, with or without painting, are designed for guests three and older. Anyone under 15 years old must be with a paying adult who is at least 18.
Have you participated in an animal encounter at the National Aviary in Pennsylvania? Share your experience in the comments! Then take a peek at some of the most dangerous animals in Pennsylvania that you’ll want to avoid.
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