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
Here, we’ve given you a quick and easy guide for how to draw a seal, topped up with a few interesting facts to tell your friends and family!
Discover everything you need to know about amphibians and reptiles, including their differences and frequently asked questions you might be wondering about.
Today’s post is dedicated to our amphibian friends, as we take a look at 10 wonderful facts that you may not know about frogs.
People should respect rather than fear piranhas. Click here for our guide to reveal some truths about South America’s most misunderstood fish.
Looking to know more about just how amazing seals are? You’re in the right place – let’s dive in and take a closer look at where seals come from, their diet and behaviour, along with a chance to meet our own fin-footed friends right here at Deep Sea World.
There’s nothing quite like watching fish swim perfectly in-sync with each other in one big group. They change direction within a second, left, right, up, down, effortlessly coordinating their moves. But not once do they bump into each other. This mesmerising behaviour is known as swimming in a school and it’s a wonder of the … Continued
One thing that really grabs our attention in those popular nature documentaries is the many different forms that courtship can take on in the animal kingdom: the fascinating dances of the birds, the pirouettes of the dolphins… but, have you ever wondered what courtship looks like underwater? What’s Courtship? A definitive courtship is rare in … Continued