SANCCOB
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The South African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB) is a non-profit sea bird rehabilitation centre based in Cape Town, South Africa.
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[edit] Mission
SANCCOB aims to conserve and protect South Africa's sea birds, especially threatened species, for the benefit of present and future generations.
[edit] Core Functions
- rehabilitate ill, injured, oiled and orphaned sea birds on a daily basis
- prepare for and manage the rehabilitation of sea birds during a major oil spill
- raise awareness about conservation through environmental education
- collaborate on research projects
[edit] Seabirds
African Penguin Spheniscus demersus |