
Dear SANCCOB Friend, It warms our hearts to share success stories when African penguins survive against all odds. The above picture shows AP086 on admission (left) and after rehabilitation (right) at SANCCOB, Gqeberha. African Penguin patient number AP086 was the 86^th African penguin to be admitted to the SANCCOB Gqeberha seabird hospital since January 2024. This tiny chick, weighing a mere 590g, was rescued from Bird Island in the Eastern Cape, after being attacked by adult African penguins. Exhausted, weak, and critically injured, AP086 was holding on by a thread when he was admitted to SANCCOB for care. Above: AP086 in recovery, but not yet out of the woods. AP086 was given a 50/50 chance of survival on admission on the 2^nd of July 2024, but this didn't deter the dedicated SANCCOB team from doing everything they could to save him. After several days, his wounds started to show signs of healing; however, in mid-July, he developed a severe chest infection. He required multiple courses of antibiotics and up to four nebulization sessions per day and after 102 days in rehabilitation he fully recovered. AP086 was successfully released back to Bird Island on the 12^th of October 2024. Above: AP086 and five other African penguins being released back into the wild on the 12^th of October 2024. Although the endangered African penguin species is in crisis, AP086's story is one of resilience. He reminds us that no matter what obstacles are in their way, they are stronger than we think. Thank you to our wonderful supporters we couldn't do this without you. If you would like to learn more about SANCCOB, or help us save more penguins, please click HERE! Ethical Giving: A Meaningful Gift Many people search for meaningful gifts that make a difference. Rather than giving something that may contribute to landfill waste, why not choose a gift that supports wildlife conservation? This year, you can adopt a penguin through SANCCOB, which makes a special gift for: Birthdays, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas or any other special occasion. Your adoption directly supports our efforts to care for endangered African penguins, offering hope for their future. Why Penguin Adoptions Are the Perfect Gift? Impactful Giving: Your adoption helps feed, rehabilitate, and care for endangered African penguins. Eco-Friendly: No packaging, no wrapping - just a thoughtful gift that reduces landfill waste while supporting wildlife. Personalized: Each adoption includes a certificate with your recipient's name, making it a meaningful, customized gift. Your donation ensures that SANCCOB can continue caring for penguins in need all year round. Above: Adoption certificate example. Sincere regards, The SANCCOB team. You can DONATE ONLINE or directly to SANCCOB's bank account. First National Bank, Table View \| Account Number 5923 713 5859 Swift Code FIRNZAJJ Reference your name and contact number. Forward your proof of payment to accounts@sanccob.co.za so that we may formally thank you and assist with a Section 18A tax certificate for donations of R100 or more if eligible under SARS regulations.
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Dear SANCCOB Friend,

It warms our hearts to share success stories when African penguins survive against all odds.

The above picture shows AP086 on admission (left) and after rehabilitation (right) at SANCCOB, Gqeberha.

African Penguin patient number AP086 was the 86^th African penguin to be admitted to the SANCCOB Gqeberha seabird hospital since January 2024. This tiny chick, weighing a mere 590g, was rescued from Bird Island in the Eastern Cape, after being attacked by adult African penguins. Exhausted, weak, and critically injured, AP086 was holding on by a thread when he was admitted to SANCCOB for care.

Above: AP086 in recovery, but not yet out of the woods.

AP086 was given a 50/50 chance of survival on admission on the 2^nd of July 2024, but this didn't deter the dedicated SANCCOB team from doing everything they could to save him. After several days, his wounds started to show signs of healing; however, in mid-July, he developed a severe chest infection. He required multiple courses of antibiotics and up to four nebulization sessions per day and after 102 days in rehabilitation he fully recovered. AP086 was successfully released back to Bird Island on the 12^th of October 2024.

Above: AP086 and five other African penguins being released back into the wild on the 12^th of October 2024.

Although the endangered African penguin species is in crisis, AP086's story is one of resilience. He reminds us that no matter what obstacles are in their way, they are stronger than we think. Thank you to our wonderful supporters we couldn't do this without you.

If you would like to learn more about SANCCOB, or help us save more penguins, please click HERE!

Ethical Giving: A Meaningful Gift

Many people search for meaningful gifts that make a difference. Rather than giving something that may contribute to landfill waste, why not choose a gift that supports wildlife conservation?

This year, you can adopt a penguin through SANCCOB, which makes a special gift for: Birthdays, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas or any other special occasion. Your adoption directly supports our efforts to care for endangered African penguins, offering hope for their future.

Why Penguin Adoptions Are the Perfect Gift?

Impactful Giving: Your adoption helps feed, rehabilitate, and care for endangered African penguins.
Eco-Friendly: No packaging, no wrapping - just a thoughtful gift that reduces landfill waste while supporting wildlife.
Personalized: Each adoption includes a certificate with your recipient's name, making it a meaningful, customized gift.

Your donation ensures that SANCCOB can continue caring for penguins in need all year round.

Above: Adoption certificate example.

Sincere regards,

The SANCCOB team.

You can DONATE ONLINE or directly to SANCCOB's bank account.
First National Bank, Table View | Account Number 5923 713 5859
Swift Code FIRNZAJJ
Reference your name and contact number.
Forward your proof of payment to accounts@sanccob.co.za so that we may formally thank you and
assist with a Section 18A tax certificate for donations of R100 or more if eligible under SARS regulations.

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