💙 Wildlife Update 💙

We’ve been keeping a close eye on the puffins and other seabirds affected by the recent stormy weather. Although we aren’t able to take in any patients at the moment, […]

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Reports of an increase in deceased Puffins on our shores

Below is a copy of a great post from Your Shore Network, a collation of local marine groups across the county, working with volunteers to encourage marine nature recovery and […]

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In Memory of RSPCA Inspector Mike Reid 💙🕊️

On this day in 2016, the search was called off for Inspector Mike Reid, who went missing near Porthchapel while trying to rescue weather‑beaten gannets. His courage, compassion, and dedication […]

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🐧Happy Penguin Awareness Day! 🐧

Today we’re celebrating our adorable black‑and‑white friends—and shining a light on the challenges they face. It is thought there are as many as 17 to 20 different species of penguin. […]

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A look back at 2025

As we come to the end of 2025 a little look back at some of the beautiful species of birds that we’ve seen here at the hospital this year. We […]

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Best wishes for the Festive Season

We would like to wish all our friends and supporters a lovely, peaceful and restful festive season.

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Stormy seas 🌊

As you know, storms and strong winds can blow seabirds inland, leaving them exhausted or injured. If you spot one, follow these steps: Observe from a distance Don’t touch until […]

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🪽Birds vs. Plastic: A Silent Crisis 🌍

One Fulmar survived thanks to our amazing Bird Care team and was successfully released back at Perran Sands as seen in the video. Another didn’t—its stomach was full of plastic. […]

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📢Important Update from Mousehole Wild Bird Hospital

We’re preparing for an exciting period of growth and transformation as we head towards our centenary in 2028! To make this possible, we’ll be carrying out urgent and essential maintenance […]

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Happy Release Day for a Lucky Seven

Another 7 of our young gulls have been released and they look very happy about it! Amongst them is young Harry, who previously needed some TLC to help him get […]

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