Emergency Care
Note that penguins are a protected species and must only be cared for by a trained and registered carer under permit from Wildlife Services, NRE.
Although Penguin Rehab & Release is not a rescue service, we will assist where possible within the North West region of Tasmania. If you are concerned about a penguin or other seabird, you can contact us on 0437 565 672. If your call is not answered, we are busy with the birds in care. Please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Found a sick or injured seabird and need to know what to do right now? See our emergency steps below.
For penguins, and other seabirds in North West Tasmania:
Although Penguin Rehab & Release is not a rescue service, we will assist where possible within the North West region of Tasmania. If you are concerned about a penguin or other seabird, you can contact us on 0437 565 672. If your call is not answered, we are busy with the birds in care. Please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Found a sick or injured seabird and need to know what to do right now? See our emergency steps below.
For penguins, and other seabirds in North West Tasmania:
0437 565 672
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Penguin Rehab & Release
(North West Tasmania) |
For all wildlife, including seabirds throughout Tasmania:
0447 264 625
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Bonorong Rescue Service
(24-hour hotline) |
If you've found multiple dead seabirds (including penguins) leave them where they are, take a photo if possible, and phone:
0427 942 537
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Marine Conservation
(24 hours, 7 days a week) |
0488 184 847
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Parks and Wildlife Service
(24 hours, 7 days a week) |
By leaving dead birds where they are and not disturbing the site, you will be assisting staff to investigate mass mortalities.
Emergency Steps For The Public
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You can download the emergency steps here.