The Cry Of The African Penguin

The Cry Of The African Penguin

African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary

The Penguin’s thrown-back head symbolizes its cry for help. The African penguin is an important part of our marine ecosystems which are rich with sea creatures. Their shapes have been cut out of the penguin’s body to symbolise the imminent disappearance of the African Penguin from our waters.

Sculptor – Lachian Matthews (2015)
 

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The Cry Of The African Penguin

Anwynn Louw

African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary, a Dyer Island Conservation Trust initiative, is a world-class marine bird rehabilitation centre based in Kleinbaai in the Overstrand. The African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary has been set up to assist the endangered African penguin, primarily working with the colo...

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