A South African Penguin Rescue Organization Needed Help-Aquarium Staff Answered the Call
New England Aquarium trainer Diana Major traveled to South Africa to assist the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB). The organization is currently managing a surge of rescued African penguin chicks and eggs, a species facing potential functional extinction by 2035.
Why it matters
International collaboration between zoos and conservation groups is critical to preventing the extinction of endangered species facing climate and environmental pressures.
Please note: From May 26 through the end of June, the Aquarium will be making exciting updates to our lobby. Construction should not affect your visit. For guests with sensory needs, KultureCity Bags will now be available at the box office. Thank you for your understanding!
The article is a straightforward report on conservation efforts without political or ideological framing.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in