Each year, citizens and visitors of Vestmannaeyjar take part in the local “Puffin Patrol,” a community-driven rescue program that helps hundreds of lost pufflings find their way safely back to the ocean. At our Puffin Rescue Centre, we receive and examine hundreds of these birds each season to ensure they are healthy and ready for release, while also providing care for puffins that need extra support. We’ll be sharing insights into these efforts – from how the community comes together to protect these beloved seabirds, to what life is like for our resident puffins at the Beluga Whale Sanctuary. It’s a heartwarming example of people and wildlife working hand in hand, and how collective care can make a lasting difference for Iceland’s most iconic bird.
This is part of our Wild Hope series showcasing the best and brightest in conservation.
