If you come across a sick or injured animal, the best thing you can do is contact the experts who can provide the right care and support. SEA LIFE Sydney is unable to take in animals directly from the public.
For help, please contact:
WIRES (NSW Wildlife Rescue Service): 1300 094 737 – available 24/7
RSPCA NSW: (02) 9770 7555
Your local vet clinic, who may be able to assist or connect you with a licensed carer
If the animal is a marine animal (such as a turtle, seal, seabird or whale), please report it to the:
NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service: 1300 361 967
These organisations are specially trained to care for sick, injured, or displaced wildlife and will ensure the animal gets the right treatment