The Zoo is open! Entry passes are required for all guests, including infants. Effective July 30, all visitors ages 2 and older are required to wear a mask in all indoor spaces at the Zoo, regardless of their vaccination status. Fully vaccinated visitors do not need to wear a mask in outdoor areas.
It’s spring! Migratory birds are flooding across North America as they return to their nesting grounds. Welcome birds back and learn how you can lend them a helping hand with these virtual events and activities in celebration of World Migratory Bird Day on May 8, 2021.
Take these simple bird-friendly actions this World Migratory Bird Day, and every day, to help bring birds back.
Ever wonder how scientists study birds? Virtually join a Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center scientist in his backyard for a live bird-banding demonstration and have your avian curiosities answered in real time. This program is free and live captioning is provided.
Join Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center ecologist Ruth Bennett to learn how she studies migratory birds and collaborates with coffee and cocoa farms across Latin America to save species. Explore how to #LiveBirdFriendly. This program is free, live captioned and ASL interpreted.
Unlock your creativity and fly into the captivating world of our feathered friends with this free downloadable preview of "BIRDS: A Smithsonian Coloring Book."
Want to help hummingbirds in your own backyard? Check out this hummingbird nectar recipe.
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