The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, CVM, will celebrate the grand opening of the Avian Health Complex Thursday, according to an A&M news release.
The $3.2 million aviary intends to exemplify the commitment of the CVM to its Exotic Bird Health Program. The aviary is designed to house several species, including large macaws and small songbirds. In addition, the aviary includes isolation facilities for infectious disease research, quarantine facilities to house new birds, a clinic, a bird ward, a laboratory and teaching facilities.
The grand opening will feature comments from CVM Dean Eleanor Green and distinguished CVM professor Ian Tizard, as well as a ribbon cutting.
The grand opening will be from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on 701 Farm Service Road. Visitor parking will be available at the General Services Complex.
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