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Monday 08:45 - 09:45 Tuesday 13:45 - 14:45 Wednesday 08:45 - 09:45 13:45 - 14:45 Thursday 08:45 - 09:45 13:45 - 14:45 Friday 13:45 - 14:45 Saturday 08:45 - 09:45 13:45 - 14:45 Sunday 08:45 - 09:45 13:45 - 14:45

Seabird and Penguin Rehab Centre

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Seabird and Penguin Rehab Centre SAPREC was established and is recognized by Cape Nature and the Department of Forestry and Fisheries.

Website - https://www.saprec.org/

Donations - saprec.payfast.co.za

Banking details: Standard Bank Mosselbay, Acc No 082847665

International Paypal Donation - Found on website. It is a Section-21, non-profit organization that was started in 2005 and is run entirely on sponsorships and donations. SAPREC was founded by Carol Walton who has been working with penguins and sea birds for over thirty y

ears. With the help of their vet, Dr Frans de Graaff from the Hartenbos Animal Hospital, together they established the Seabird and Penguin Rehabilitation Centre in Mossdustria, Mosselbay, South Africa. SAPREC started with the fundamental reason of rehabilitating sea birds and penguins and their release back into the wild, hence the centre's core purpose being Rescue, Rehabilitate and Release. Many of the sea birds being rehabilitated are under threat and are in dire need of organizations like SAPREC to help with the fight against the decline in biodiversity. The African Penguin especially is declining at a rapid rate and is actually on the IUCN Red list of threatened species and classified as highly endangered. The African Penguin is the primary sea bird being rehabilitated at SAPREC. The major causes of the rapid decline of the African Penguin are over fishing, which affects their breeding, molting and their entire life cycle. Other problems include; pollution, avian malaria, and an imbalance in the ecosystem which causes an increase in the predation of the African Penguin. Rehabilitating these sea birds offers them a better chance at survival and in the long run helps us get closer to our goal of saving this highly endangered species. Please assist SAPREC – any kind of donation or assistance would be greatly appreciated! You are also more than welcome to visit us – please contact SAPREC at +27 0823643382 or visit our website for more details about our Organization. Our Contact Details:
Tel : +27 0823643382
Website: www.saprec.org

04/08/2023

Such a beautiful sunny day today!

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Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

25/07/2023

A very big thank you to life Bayview hospital for your wonderful donation and your support. We are so happy that you enjoyed your visit to our centre.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

14/07/2023

So wonderful to see happy penguins in our area of coastline.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

21/06/2023

I am getting stronger every day!!

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

18/06/2023

Another baby blue rescued today, safely in our care. ❤️

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

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Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

16/06/2023

My stitches have been removed. Out and about in the sunshine with the gang. So happy to see your recovery!

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

14/06/2023

A very tiny baby blue rescued today.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

03/06/2023

It has now been officially confirmed that the whole of the southern cape is now under our care. This has doubled the area of coastline that we look after. If anyone can spare any donation amount, we are now in desperate need of help. Thank you for experiencing our journey. We are and do make a difference in saving our seabirds.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate, please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

31/05/2023

My update. I am doing really well and am picking up weight. Just have to wait for my stitches to come out before joining the rest of the gang.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

23/05/2023

Just rescued you. Your foot has been tied up. Definitely looks like this was done by a human.

If you would like to or could possibly support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

21/05/2023

Thank you Mossel Bay Advertiser for covering this update from SAPREC. Our team appreciates your help in raising awareness of our centre.

You can read the article here:
https://www.mosselbayadvertiser.com/News/Article/General/saprec-area-is-extended-funds-needed-202305191030

Our centre runs purely on donations, we couldn't do any of our work without you.

Visit our website for more information.

www.saprec.org

16/05/2023

A lot has changed recently. The area of coastline under our care has been 141kms. Recently the closest seabird centre to us , tenikwa, has closed down its rehabilitation facilities. The area of coastline has now increased to 488km which will now have a huge impact on us and our finances. Please if anyone can help us, no matter how small the contribution we would be so very grateful.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

25/04/2023

A very big thank you to the Dana Bay Conservancy for your very generous donation. We truly appreciate it.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

18/04/2023

The perfect couple for the past 10 years. Dommi and disci❤️

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

10/04/2023

May you all have had a blessed
Easter
Ramadan
Yom Kippur
Thank you for all of your support

06/04/2023

We are in desperate need of new shade cloth which keeps the mosquitoes out that causes malaria. A roll costs approximately R2 500. We need at least 2 rolls. If anyone can contribute towards this we would be extremely grateful.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

02/04/2023

Our rescue today. A beautiful cape gannet.

If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following:

Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) :

Www.saprec.org

Or you can use the following bank details:

Saprec
Standard bank mossel bay
Acc: 082 847 665
Branch: 504 1444
Current account

Thank you so much!

Address

39 Voorlopersingel Mossdustria
Mosselbaai
6510

Opening Hours

Monday	08:45 - 09:45
Tuesday	13:45 - 14:45
Wednesday	08:45 - 09:45
	13:45 - 14:45
Thursday	08:45 - 09:45
	13:45 - 14:45
Friday	13:45 - 14:45
Saturday	08:45 - 09:45
	13:45 - 14:45
Sunday	08:45 - 09:45
	13:45 - 14:45

Telephone

+27823643382

Website

http://www.saprec.org/

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The two blues are doing well and are so happy! If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following: Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) : Www.saprec.org Or you can use the following bank details: Saprec Standard bank mossel bay Acc: 082 847 665 Branch: 504 1444 Current account Thank you so much! #penguin #penguins #africanpenguin #fyp #love #animals #family #happyiness #happy #wildlife #birds #instagram #beautiful #nature #wildlife #southafrica #tourism

It's been a busy week. A new baby blue penguin, a cormorant in distress and an oyster catcher entangled in fishing line have been rescued and are now in our care. If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following: Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) : Www.saprec.org Or you can use the following bank details: Saprec Standard bank mossel bay Acc: 082 847 665 Branch: 504 1444 Current account Thank you so much! #penguin #penguins #africanpenguin #fyp #love #animals #family #happyiness #happy #wildlife #birds #instagram #beautiful #nature #wildlife #southafrica #tourism

Imagine if one of those birds is one SAPREC has saved and given a second chance. 🤗 Amazing under water footage. Thank you Mark! If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following: Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) : Www.saprec.org Or you can use the following bank details: Saprec Standard bank mossel bay Acc: 082 847 665 Branch: 504 1444 Current account Thank you so much! #penguin #penguins #africanpenguin #fyp #love #animals #family #happyiness #happy #wildlife #birds #instagram #beautiful #nature #wildlife #southafrica #tourism

This clip shared with us from @godivesa makes us happy to see gannets in their natural habitat. Hunting in their hypnotic way, free and healthy. This moment here is what we strive for with our work at SAPREC. The sardine run is one of the most amazing natural events in our waters. Getting to witness wildlife at its best. This moment is incredibly uplifting for our team, and makes us grateful that we are able to assist where we can. Thanks for the capture Go Dive and @whitesharkocean.

We tried to release this juvenile gannet the other day, but unfortunately it needed a week or two at SAPREC to build up strength. This week at the centre, our goal is make sure this individual stays waterproofed, eats regularly and gains strength. We will update you when it's time for release. #seabird #nature #gannet

A beautiful cape gannet release this morning. Thanks to the amazing team behind this wonderful release and thanks to everyone who's been supporting us over the years. If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following: Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) : Www.saprec.org Or you can use the following bank details: Saprec Standard bank mossel bay Acc: 082 847 665 Branch: 504 1444 Current account Thank you so much! #penguin #penguins #africanpenguin #fyp #love #animals #family #happyiness #happy #wildlife #birds #instagram #beautiful #nature #wildlife #southafrica #tourism

This is why we are here, our absolute passion to save these highly endangered African penguins ❤️ If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following: Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) : Www.saprec.org Or you can use the following bank details: Saprec Standard bank mossel bay Acc: 082 847 665 Branch: 504 1444 Current account Thank you so much! #penguin #penguins #africanpenguin #fyp #love #animals #family #happyiness #happy #wildlife #birds #instagram #beautiful #nature #wildlife #southafrica #tourism

Another successful release ❤️🙏 If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following: Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) : Www.saprec.org Or you can use the following bank details: Saprec Standard bank mossel bay Acc: 082 847 665 Branch: 504 1444 Current account Thank you so much! #penguin #penguins #africanpenguin #fyp #love #animals #family #happyiness #happy #wildlife #birds #instagram #beautiful #nature #wildlife #southafrica #tourism

Very busy hiccup as always!! If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following: Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) : Www.saprec.org Or you can use the following bank details: Saprec Standard bank mossel bay Acc: 082 847 665 Branch: 504 1444 Current account Thank you so much! #penguin #penguins #africanpenguin #fyp #love #animals #family #happyiness #happy #wildlife #birds #instagram #beautiful #nature #wildlife #southafrica #tourism

We also want to help you!! If you would like to support us, please share our page or if you would like to donate please go to the following: Website (International donations via PayPal accepted) : Www.saprec.org Or you can use the following bank details: Saprec Standard bank mossel bay Acc: 082 847 665 Branch: 504 1444 Current account Thank you so much! #penguin #penguins #africanpenguin #fyp #love #animals #family #happyiness #happy #wildlife #birds #instagram #beautiful #nature #wildlife #southafrica #tourism

The Carter family joined the Go Dive volunteers during their clean up shift yesterday at the centre. Our resident Penguins are happy to have a squeaky clean pool and some affection from our American visitors. Did you know SAPREC is in need of more volunteers at the centre? If you or anyone you know would be interested please DM us to find out more information. . . . . . #rehabilitation #penguin #tia #volunteer

Goofy season 😳 Our resident African Penguins are in various stages of moult. Moulting is when the penguins will lose/replace all of their feathers at once, and take about 4 weeks to complete. Keep tabs on our page for updates when this moulting process is over to see how beautiful they all turn out. #seabirds #penguins #birds #goofy #nature