Found a bird? Contact our 24-hour Seabird Rescue Centre
Watch this video of our fundraising campaign to build a new seabird hospital at
SANCCOB’s Cape Town Centre, and help us save more seabirds.
or adopt an egg or chick
undergoing rehabilitation
for release back into the wild
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VOLUNTEER
oin fellow Capetonians for a great evening out on Saturday, 26 August from 17h30 at the prestigious Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott Cape Town, situated in Tamboerskloof.
Hosted by well known radio presenter and comedian, Guy McDonald, our Benefit Auction offers a wonderful evening of good company, entertainment and bidding on terrific items and experiences – including a yacht cruise for four, signed sports memorabilia, technological gadgets and a giant fluffy African penguin toy, among others – professionally auctioned by Andrew James, of Michael James Organisation. We’ll also have a special performance by Parklands College Jazz Band, who will entertain guests on arrival.
And it’s all for a cause close to your heart … helping to raise funds for SANCCOB’s vital seabird rescue and rehabilitation work.
Tickets are R300 per person, which includes welcome drinks, gourmet canapés paired with wine and dessert. Book individual seats, or tables of 10 with a group of friends – and prepare to enjoy a great evening out.
Bid on exciting items like a fun yacht cruise for 4 people, signed sports memorabilia, technological gadgets and a giant fluffy African penguin toy. These and more will go to the highest bidder at our upcoming Benefit Auction!
BE PART OF THE NEXT RESCUE
Last winter, caring supporters like you helped us save 30 oiled penguins and their 4 chicks from Bird and St Croix Islands.
The birds were taken to our seabird centre in Cape St Francis, where trained staff and volunteers washed, fed and cared for them for 4-6 weeks, while they regained their strength and the natural waterproofing of their feathers.
The chicks, which were less than three weeks old and weighed only 500 grams, were hand-reared at SANCCOB. All 34 birds were successfully released back into the wild.
WHAT WE DO
SANCCOB saves seabirds
RESCUE
SANCCOB provides a 24/7 rescue service for sick and injured seabirds and abandoned chicks. We respond to oil spill disasters along the South African coastline.
REHABILITATION
SANCCOB is recognised internationally as a leader in the field of seabird rehabilitation. We treat 2500 injured, sick and oiled seabirds annually.
CHICK REARING
Our specialist chick rearing unit saves African penguin eggs and chicks that have been abandoned, for subsequent release back into the wild.
EDUCATION
We offer various engaging lessons for children and adults, including tours of the facilities, presentations and encounters with our Ambassador penguins.
TRAINING
We offer 3 and 6 month internships for adults, as well as a zoo and aquarium keeper exchange programme and veterinary experience courses.
RESEARCH
Ongoing research increases our understanding of seabird species’ behaviour, diseases and other factors that impact on their long-term survival.
LATEST NEWS
Join us for the social event of the year! SANCCOB’s 15th annual Benefit Auction takes place on Saturday 26 August…
One small spend to save African Penguins Handmade beaded bracelets are helping to save the endangered African penguin. The initiative…
Bird’s eye view of SANCCOB’s new Cape Town Seabird Centre This 3-dimensional graphic shows what the new seabird hospital, currently…
HOW TO HELP
FOUND A BIRD?
all us any time of the day or night. SANCCOB is a 24-hour Seabird Rescue Centre and will respond to all seabirds in distress, including African Penguins, Cape Gannets, Terns, Cormorants, Seagulls, Oystercatchers, Albatrosses, Petrels, Pelicans and other marine birds.
CAPE TOWN
+27 (0)21 557 6155
+27 (0) 78 638 3731 (after hours & weekends)
CAPE ST FRANCIS
+27 (0)42 298 0160
+27 (0)82 890 0207 (after hours & weekends)
PORT ELIZABETH
+27 (0)41 583 1830
+27 (0) 64 019 8936 (after hours & weekends)
Depending on the nature of the injury and the location of the seabird, we will dispatch one of our own Rescue Units, offer stabilisation advice or put you in contact with the nearest organisation that can assist.
What to do when you find an injured/sick/oiled seabird:
- Please approach any seabird with care – some, such as Cape Gannets and African Penguins, have sharp beaks.
- Have with you a towel or blanket and wear protection over your hands and eyes.
- Throw the towel or blanket over the bird to catch it, ensuring that the bird is able to breathe.
- Place the bird in a large box if you have one, after first ensuring that there are holes for air.
- Keep the bird in a warm quiet place until help arrives
