Puffin Rescue
The Beluga Whale Sanctuary is home to Iceland´s only Puffin Rescue Centre, which takes in pufflings (baby puffins) and puffins found each year in Vestmannaeyjar that may need some extra care. Most of these birds are rescued by local residents participating in "Puffling Patrol". The pufflings are then brought in for a quick health assessment by our Animal Care Team who evaluate for treatment needs vs. release if they are fit and ready. Admission to our Visitor Centre and donations help support the care of injured puffins, as well as those which cannot be released.
