Across the world’s oceans there a number of species that often get mistaken for being the same, or at least very similar. After all, if they’re part of the same family, surely they have the same attributes and behaviour? In most cases, this isn’t true – take the lobster and the crab, for example. While … Continued
There are hundreds of shark species circling our waters around the world. From the rarest to the most common, we’re utterly fascinated by these incredible sea creatures and their unique characteristics, personalities and behaviours. At Deep Sea World, we love sharing our knowledge about different shark species and what sets them apart. So, how well … Continued
We love being able to bring you closer to amazing animals from all around the world. And as incredible as they are to look at, they’re not simply for show. Some of the creatures we keep in our exhibits are in danger of being wiped out entirely, and by housing them here, we’re able to … Continued
Have you ever heard of axolotls? We didn’t think so! These curious animals aren’t all that well known but boy are they interesting – from their frilly gills right down to their self-growing limbs. So, what do you need to know about the weird and wonderful axolotl? Get acquainted with these otherworldly critters with 23 … Continued
Much like dolphins, seals seem like friendly characters full of personality. They come across as curious, playful, intelligent and cautious, both in the wild and in captivity. But is there any truth in this? And what are seals’ personalities really like? That’s what we’re here to find out. At Deep Sea World, we spend a … Continued
Why would a fish need to swim backwards? If you’ve never really given this question a lot of thought, we can’t blame you. It’s not like we as humans ever find ourselves in situations where we’d need to walk backwards, after all – so why would a fish? Nevertheless, we’ll see whether fish can reverse … Continued
Mists rising, green-brown water bubbling, and the lurking shadow of a monster emerging from the deep – that’s the picture that swamps evoke in lots of people. The eponymous (yet, entirely mythical) swamp monster and still, secluded scenery means that these locations are often slightly misunderstood – when, in fact, they are super beautiful and … Continued
Having the opportunity to dive with sharks is bucket-list stuff for some and nightmare fuel for others. As for those on the fence, there’s a lot to know about the ins and outs of shark diving, which is what this post is here to uncover. Taking some of the web’s most-asked questions about shark diving, … Continued
To celebrate the Amazon River, which contributes 20% of the world’s freshwater into oceans, we’ve compiled 20 amazing facts about the waterway.
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