The non-profit Rehabilitation Center for Penguins and Other Seabirds was founded in 1968 and today enjoys international recognition for its contribution to the rehabilitation of oil-polluted penguins and seabirds. The animals are freed from oil and helped to rebuild their natural plumage. If this is successful, they are released back into the wild.
In addition to the rehabilitation and breeding of the penguins and other seabirds, the center is involved in educational and public relations work. Animal caretakers and veterinarians from around the world are trained in the handling of oil-polluted seabirds. In addition, the center offers various educational programs in the field of seabird and marine conservation, especially for school children and teachers. Within the framework of regional and international cooperation, the Center also contributes to the implementation of various research projects. The research topics are related to fundamental issues of seabird conservation, further development of rehabilitation programs for oil-polluted seabirds and further development of penguin breeding programs.