Are you looking for a new spot to take the family next weekend? You’ve probably already been to Hogle Zoo…but how about Tracy Aviary? This pretty little bird sanctuary houses many species of birds and offers both education and entertainment. Take in a bird show, chat with a docent and say hello. This place is literally for the birds!
Tracy Aviary is tucked away on the west side of Liberty Park in Salt Lake City.
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Let’s take a walk through Tracy Aviary…
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You’ll find some beautiful spots here.
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The pond is always lovely, and often full of feathered friends.
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If you’re looking for a quiet spot to sit and relax, you’ll find that too.
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The flamingo pool is always buzzing with activity…
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…and sometimes the star of the show is a baby flamingo chick or two.
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Of course, you’ll want to meet the King of the Andes.
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This is Andy N. Condor. He’s a a 57-year-old Andean Condor with an impressive wing span.
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Seriously. Look at that wing span.
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On his Facebook page, Andy’s list of personal interests includes sunbathing, frolicking in the flowerbeds and going for walks.
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The peacocks at Tracy Aviary are also pretty impressive.
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Pelicans are another aviary favorite.
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Get up close and personal with DaVinci, a great green mackaw (and his aviary handler).
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Say hello to a golden eagle.
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The bald eagles are a bit more standoffish.
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Sun conures are friendly, colorful little birds.
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Take a stroll through the Owl Forest, where you’ll see…
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great grey owls…
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barred owls…
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and a gorgeous great horned owl - just to name a few.
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Tracy Aviary is the perfect place to work on your Boy Scout Bird Study Merit Badge.
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And Girl Scouts can get their Junior Animal Habitats Badge, too.
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Join Tracy Aviary for Halloween Hoot on Saturday, October 29th.
Tracy Aviary/Facebook The event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and includes a Halloween bird show, crafts for the kids, face painting, story time and more.
Tracy Aviary is open every day of the year, except for Thanksgiving and Christmas. It’s located at 589 E. 1300 S., on the west side of Liberty Park, in Salt Lake City.
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Andy even has his very own Facebook page. No kidding.
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The event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and includes a Halloween bird show, crafts for the kids, face painting, story time and more.
Admission is $9.95 for ages 13 and older; $7.95 for students with ID, members of the military and seniors; $5.95 for kids 3-12 years old; free for toddlers and babies 2 years old or less.
If you love the Aviary and want to visit often, you’ll save with an annual membership.
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