The African Dawn bird
sanctuary originally was a cattle farm almost 30 years ago. The
Hickman’s established the sanctuary after a number of injured
animals were brought to them to take care of.
Percy, who has been loving animals ever since he was young,
says “that it started as a hobby but got out of control”.
The African Dawn bird sanctuary is unique in that that so many
of the birds and animals are so tame. Most of the animals and
birds are hand- reared.
With their obvious love of animals, African Dawn’s popularity
has grown simply by word of mouth with locals and tourists.
The majority of the animals are indigenous, but Percy has added
foreign birds and animals to attract visitors and it seems to be
working. We have visitors and volunteers from all over the world
now.
Aims and objectives
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To rescue and
treat all injured or orphaned wildlife brought to our
attention.
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The
rehabilitation of animals to their optimal level of
functioning.
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To provide a
safe and suitable environment for birds and animals who do
not have the ability to survive re-introduction into their
natural habitat eg breeding or educational programs.
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To play an
active role in cultivating an awareness amongst the public
to try and ensure a future for the conservation of wildlife.
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To work in
close association with nature conversation and other
wildlife rescue centres.
