A digital rendering of a bird aviary, with people and plants around it.

The Birds are Getting an Upgrade!

The Center for Birds of Prey closed in July 2025, and plans to reopen in February 2026.

Update January 2026

Re-opening announcement: Join us Saturday and Sunday, February 14 and 15 for a grand re-opening celebration! See the new Sitek Smith Owl Aviary and all the other updates we've made, experience new Raptor Chats, and enjoy other fun activities all weekend long. Tickets available soon.


July 26, 2025 — The ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center for Birds of Prey is closed to the public until further notice as we undergo construction of a new aviary. We are still accepting patients in the Raptor Trauma Clinic — please call (407) 644-0190 for assistance.

Our Education team is available for off-site programming only. Teachers, scout leaders, and others interested in scheduling offsite programming in 2025, please contact education@auduboncbop.org or learn more about our offsite programs here.

This project is two years in the making and will replace the Center’s original octagon-shaped aviary, built in 1979. The new aviary, designed by Coyle & Caron landscape architects, will provide enhanced viewing opportunities for guests to see its residents up close: a pair of Great Horned Owls, two Barred Owls, and a Black Vulture.

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