NAMCOB’s First Rehabilitation Patient Returns to the Wild

After 412 days in our care, we’re overjoyed (and a little teary-eyed) to share that AP001 (2024) — fondly known to us as Apie — has officially been released back into the wild.

This is more than just a success story. It marks a milestone for NAMCOB and for our young but determined seabird rehabilitation efforts here in Lüderitz. Apie was our very first patient, rescued from Halifax Island when we were still finding our feet. Back then, all we had was our SANCCOB training, a few essential supplies, and an unwavering commitment to help seabirds in need.